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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, 2024 • 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

Comes off the bench against Salernitana Llorente created one scoring chance, won one tackle, and had one interception in 45 minutes in Monday's 2-2 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Llorente subbed in at the interval in his return from a thigh strain but didn't put up great numbers, and his side allowed one goal while he was on the pitch. He'll resume competing with Roger Ibanez down the stretch. He has registered six tackles (one won), seven interceptions, and ten clearances in his last five appearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option against Salernitana Llorente (thigh) will be available as a substitute versus Salernitana on Monday.

Impact Llorente is back in the squad after missing the previous three contests due to his thigh problem. Still, the team opted to utilize Edoardo Bove on the backline instead of immediately reinserting Llorente into the starting XI. In his last five appearances, Llorente registered three shots (one on target), 14 clearances and seven interceptions.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practicing regularly Llorente (thigh) announced on Instagram that he was a full-go in training Sunday.

Impact Llorente has missed three weeks with a strain but has managed to recover before the end of the campaign and should be a substitute option versus Salernitana. He has recorded seven tackles (zero won), eight interceptions, and 15 clearances in his last six appearances, contributing to three clean sheets.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might not return this season Llorente (thigh) was on the game-day squad list for the past two games but might isn't a lock to recover in time to play in one of the remaining fixtures, Goal informs.

Impact Llorente was on the bench alongside other injured players versus Monza and Inter, but he hasn't recuperated from a strain, and Jose Mourinho alluded to the fact that he might run out of time.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss multiple games Llorente suffered a biceps femoris strain in his left thigh, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Llorente will be out for two-to-three weeks, leaving the defense very short-handed since Chis Smalling is dealing with a similar problem. Gianluca Mancini, Roger Ibanez, and Marash Kumbulla are the only center-backs currently healthy. They may switch to a four-man defense more offense in light of the absences.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Atalanta game Llorente won one of three tackles, had two interceptions and four clearances, and bowed out due to a thigh injury in Monday's 1-3 loss to Atalanta, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Llorente had a solid game, but he pulled up during a late sprint and left his side in ten men as they had used up their subs. He'll soon take some tests, but there's concern the problem might be substantial. With Chris Smalling sidelined, Roma are down to Gianluca Mancini, Roger Ibanez, and Marash Kumbulla as center-backs.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one tackle against Lazio Llorente won one tackle and had one interception and one clearance in 33 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Lazio.

Impact Llorente came in at halftime to make up for Roger Ibanez's red card, but he was subbed off later on as Roma inserted more attackers to try equalizing. He'll be in the Xi against Sampdoria since multiple defenders are suspended.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Rome derby Llorente (thigh) is in Roma's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Lazio.

Impact Llorente is back in the squad Sunday after missing two games in all competitions with a thigh injury, but even when fit he has only made one appearance off the bench in Serie A this season.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out in Europa League Llorente (thigh) remained unavailable in Thursday's match versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Llorente made the trip to Spain, but he ended up on the stands, as he wasn't fully recovered from a thigh injury. Since he already resumed training fully, he should be an option versus Lazio and would be the top defensive backup since Marash Kumbulla is suspended.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Llorente (thigh) was a full go in practice Wednesday, La Gazzetta dello Sport relays.

Impact Llorente was pictured working on the pitch along with his teammates and should be back on the squad list Thursday after skipping one match with a minor thigh problem. He has played just one half since joining in January.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing minor injury Llorente suffered an adductor pull and will return next, either versus Real Sociedad or Lazio, Ansa informs.

Impact Llorente isn't dealing with a significant problem, but he won't be an option versus Sassuolo. On the other hand, the top Roma defenders will be available Sunday.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury in Europa League Llorente bowed out at half time in Thursday's game versus Real Sociedad due to an adductor injury, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Llorente got his first start since joining since Roger Ibanez was suspended for this one, but he experienced some discomfort before the interval and was substituted by Marash Kumbulla. Roma will have their three starters available for Sunday's game against Sassuolo.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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