DIEGO LLORENTE NEWS

Nets own goal Llorente scored an own goal while making an interception, a tackle and four clearances during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Llorente scored on his own net in the 14th minute which opened the scoring in Sunday's contest. The defender returned to the starting XI after being benched for the first time this season last time out against Valencia.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Llorente had one off-target shot, created one chance, made one tackle, five clearances, two interceptions and two blocks and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 1...

Impact Llorente had another huge game at the heart of the defense for Betis, dominating against opposing forwards and having this impact reflected on the stat sheet. Part of the top 10 players in clearances, interceptions and blocks, Llorente is right now one of La Liga's best at his position.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Betis Llorente has agreed on a four year deal with Real Betis from Leeds United.

Impact Llorente spent the last two seasons on loan with Roma, establishing himself as a regular starter just last campaign. He made 34 starts in 41 appearances in all competitions, scoring a goal with two assists while recording 105 clearances, 42 tackles (34 won), and 30 blocks while keeping seven clean sheets.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Llorente served a one-match ban in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Napoli.

Impact Llorente will be available against Juventus, but his minutes could take a dip following the return of Evan N'Dicka. He has posted four tackles (three won), 14 clearances and four blocks in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Napoli clash Llorente is unavailable for Sunday's game versus Napoli due to yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Llorente was booked for the fifth time against Bologna but was available for the completion of the Udinese game, although he wasn't selected to start. Dean Huijsen and Gianluca Mancini might partner up in the back Sunday since Chris Smalling (groin) and Evan N'Dicka (chest) are iffy.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer against Fiorentina Llorente scored a goal off his lone shot and made two tackles (one won) and two blocks during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Llorente returned to the starting XI and ended up as the hero for Roma here as he fired a powerful one-timer to score a dramatic equalizer deep into second half's stoppage time. This goal more than made up for the lack of defensive numbers we're used to see from him throughout this campaign but, overall, the center-back is still far from being considered a reliable fantasy performer.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Monza Llorente (head) didn't feature in Saturday's 4-1 win over Monza.

Impact Llorente was available off the bench following a head injury but wasn't rushed back, also because Roma are whole in the back for the first time of the season. He'll have to fight for minutes from here on out despite being a regular for months.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Monza game Llorente (head) will be an option versus Monza, coach Daniele De Rossi informed.

Impact Llorente reprised working with the group after a head injury. He'll compete with Evan N'Dicka and Chris Smalling for one or two spots in the back depending on which type of defense the coach uses. He has logged four tackles (three won), four interceptions and 13 clearances in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Torino tilt Llorente (head) will be unavailable against Torino on Monday, coach Daniele De Rossi informed.

Impact Llorente has been discharged from the hospital but has yet to return to practice and will attempt to return for the ensuing game versus Monza next Saturday. Evan N'Dicka or Dean Huijsen will replace him Monday.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers head injury against Feyenoord Llorente has been hospitalized after being stretchered off in Thursday's Europa League game versus Feyenoord after a blow to the head, but the initial tests were clean, Sky Italy i...

Impact Llorente has yet to be discharged after spending the night at the clinic and will likely be forced to miss some time even if the situation doesn't appear too serious. Evan N'Dicka and Dean Huijsen are the next men up in the back.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Available for midweek bout Llorente (thigh) was an unused sub in Wednesday's Coppa Italia match against Lazio.

Impact Llorente received good news from the initial tests after being forced off over the week and was an option a few days later, although he didn't get minutes. He could be able to start Sunday against Milan with a few more practices in him. He has posted eight tackles (four won), six interceptions, and seven clearances in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Escapes without major issues Llorente (thigh) avoided a strain and is day-to-day, SportMediaset relayed.

Impact Llorente won't be an option for a midweek cup game but has a shot to recover for the next Serie A match versus Milan. Bryan Cristante or Dean Huijsen would eventually be next in line if he didn't make it.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Atalanta Llorente had two interceptions, one clearance, one block, and one tackle (one won) before leaving Sunday's 1-1 draw with Atalanta at halftime due to an adductor problem, Corriere d...

Impact Llorente had an okay showing but didn't emerge from the locker room due to a muscular issue. He's headed for some tests. Roma just signed Dean Huijsen, who showed well in the second half and is the top candidate to replace him should he be unavailable against Milan on Sunday.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Redeems himself Saturday Llorente recorded two tackles (one won) and three clearances in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Napoli.

Impact During the Roma team's previous game, Llorente struggled as Roma lost 2-0. This time, the result was flipped, as he redeemed himself with a defensive effort that helped the team maintain a clean sheet. Llorente now has 32 clearances and won 11 tackles across his last eight starts.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mediocre at the back Llorente had one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Bologna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 9th minute.

Impact Llorente made a couple plays on the defensive end but wasn't able to prevent his side from conceding twice. He also registered his first shot on target of the season and will likely be at the heart of the Roma defense for the 12th game in a row against Napoli on Sunday.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Monza Llorente (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Monza.

Impact Llorente didn't get the start because it would have been too risky, Jose Mourinho stated right before the game and didn't sub in afterward as Roma played with a one-man advantage in the second half. The coach added that he might be in the XI Thursday, but it might depend on how he looks in practice in the next couple of days.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts on the bench versus Monza Llorente (thigh) is a substitute option for Sunday's match against Monza.

Impact Llorente is available following a multi-week absence, but Jose Mourinho elected to continue going with Bryan Cristante in the back and Edoardo Boave and Houssem Aoaur in the midfield in his first match back.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monza game Llorente (thigh) returned to full training Thursday, Gianluca Di Marzio informs.

Impact Llorente was expected to shake off a thigh problem during the break, and it appears that will indeed be the case. If he's ready to start, Bryan Cristante will likely move back to his natural midfield role, with Edoardo Bove dropping to the bench. He has played seven times so far, registering 11 tackles, six interceptions, and ten clearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Cagliari Llorente (thigh) hasn't been called up for Sunday's match versus Cagliari, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Llorente hasn't been able to train after suffering a thigh problem and will miss his third game in a row. He should be back after the break. Bryan Cristante moved to the defense without both him and Chris Smalling.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Poised to miss more time Llorente (thigh) "won't be available Thursday, and we'll see about Sunday, but I'm not optimistic," Jose Mourinho relayed.

Impact Llorente is nursing a minor thigh problem, but the short turnarounds will lead to a multi-game absence. Their defense hasn't been great sans him and Chris Smalling, but they might not rush him back given the upcoming international break.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Frosione Llorente will miss Sunday's game against Frosione and likely further fixtures due to a flexor problem, Il Messaggero informs.

Impact Llorente is still undergoing evaluations but will be shelved Sunday after subbing off in the midweek round. Jose Mourinho alluded that they wouldn't turn to a four-man defense despite being two center-backs down, so either Bryan Cristante or Zeki Celik will fill in.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off with knock Llorente (knock) suffered a knock and was brought off during Thursday's clash with Genoa.

Impact Llorente was brought off inside the opening 30 minutes due to a knock. The injury didn't immediately appear to be serious but the defender was in clear discomfort. Llorente was replaced by Edoardo Bove, who could see more playing time during a Sunday clash with Frosinone if Llorente can't get back on the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opening goal Llorente assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Salernitana.

Impact Llorente assisted Roma's first goal of the season Sunday as he found Andrea Belotti in the 17th minute to take the 1-0 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match, to go with two inaccurate crosses, one tackle and one interception in his full 90 minutes of action.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Roma Llorente has returned to Roma on a season-long loan from Leeds United, the teams announced.

Impact Llorente will continue playing in Italy after spending the second half of the past season in the capital. He'll compete for minutes with Roger Ibanez and newcomer Evan N'Dicka. He had seemingly nabbed the starting job before suffering an injury in his previous spell.

JULY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Spezia Llorente had one interception and two clearances and won two of two tackles in Round 38's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Llorente didn't get the start but came in at half time as the coach reverted back to his usual three-man back-line. He was solid after joining in January, but he was slowed down by a thigh injury. He wasn't bought out right away, but Roma are in talks with Leeds United to keep him with a lower fee or a different formula. He recorded 11 tackles, 12 interceptions, 21 clearances, and two blocks in 12 matches, contributing to three clean sheets.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE