DUSAN VLAHOVIC NEWS

Ruled out for Cremonese tilt Vlahovic (groin) "has good chances to recover relatively soon, but not for the Cremonese game," coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact Vlahovic is trying to get completely healthy after a lengthy battle with sports hernia, and he'll be held out until he's close to 100 percent rather than playing through it this time. The coach added that he could be back in about ten days. Given the short turnaround, he'll likely sit the Udinese match as well, but he has a shot to return the following week versus Napoli, although he might be eased into action at first.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Faces uncertain timetable Vlahovic (groin) hasn't trained on grass since coming back from Qatar, and "he's a question mark for the Cremonese clash," coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact Vlahovic has been nursing sports hernia for a couple of months now. While he gutted it out with Serbia in the World Cup, his club is trying to get him healthy through exercises in the gym, and it's unknown how long that will take. He's likely going to miss time if he doesn't resume practicing with his teammates early next week.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not fully fit Vlahovic played through sports hernia in Qatar and will train on the side for seven-to-ten days to try to get healthier, La Gazzetta dello Sport relays.

Impact Vlahovic missed time before the World Cup and gutted it out during it, although the situation affected his playing time and performances. He recently stated: "I feel better than a few weeks ago, but some pain is still there." Juventus hope he'll be available for the first January matches, but they might hold him out until 100 percent.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup 2022 highlights: Switzerland tops Serbia, 3-2, to advance

The group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup came to a close Friday with Switzerland defeating Serbia. Here are the top plays!

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Finds net in limited run Vlahovic scored one goal on three shots (one on target) and made one tackle (zero won) during Friday's 3-2 defeat to Switzerland.

Impact Vlahovic made his first World Cup start this year and played 55 minutes before giving way to a fresh set of legs in Luka Jovic. His 35th minute strike crucially pulled his Serbia side ahead before half time, but Switzerland scored twice in the final frame to pull away. Vlahovic is apparently still working through a bit of a groin issue that hampered him throughout the tournament, so he'll now hope to rest and train for the second half of the upcoming club season.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Named to starting XI Vlahovic will make his first start of the 2022 World Cup against Switzerland on Friday.

Impact Vlahovic entered the tournament dealing with a groin strain which likely factored into the decision to keep him out of the starting XI in the previous two contests. The forward did make a 24-minute appearance versus Brazil but wasn't able to offer much in the way of fantasy value. Prior to getting hurt, Vlahovic was rolling with three goals on 20 shots (12 on target), two assists and five crosses (three accurate) for club Juventus.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

After 1st-round defeats, Cameroon, Serbia need World Cup win

After losing their opening games Cameroon and Serbia need their best strikers on song when they meet in a must-win match at the World Cup on Monday

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores in friendly Vlahovic (groin) scored one goal during Friday's 5-1 friendly win over Bahrain.

Impact Vlahovic is back after a groin injury kept him out for five straight games. With Aleksandar Mitrovic (foot) cutting his return more closely, Vlahovic will be even more important for the Serbian team with Luka Jovic in support.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fine for opener Vlahovic (groin) logged two full training sessions in a row and is set to be ready for the match against Brazil, coach Dragan Stojokovic informed.

Impact Vlahovic hasn't been ruled for the pre-tournament friendly versus Bahrain, unlike a few teammates that aren't 100 percent, and should he should log a few minutes after sitting out the last four matches with Juventus.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Little to worry about yet Vlahovic dealing with a groin injury that isn't expected to keep him out of the Nov. 24 World Cup opener against Brazil, according to manager Dragan Stojkovic via Peter Rutzler of...

Impact Vlahovic has missed the final five matches before the World Cup but is quite close to overcoming his muscular injury. Though he has yet to play a full season with Juventus since joining in the winter of 2022, he's still scored 15 goals and logged three assists in 32 league and appearances over the calendar year. As Aleksandar Mitrovic (foot) is also hurt, Serbia's top two strikers will be carrying injuries into the World Cup but are expected to be fit pending further analysis in training.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Lazio game Vlahovic (thigh) won't be available for Sunday's clash with Lazio, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Vlahovic has been able to practice in some capacity in the lead-up to the game, but he's not serene enough to play considering the upcoming World Cup. Therefore, he'll be outright spared, leading to more playing time with Arkadiusz Milik and Moise Kean. He closes the first part of the campaign with seven goals, two assists, 46 shots (20 on target), and 12 chances created in 15 games. He'll be assessed by the Serbia staff, but the issue shouldn't affect him too much in Qatar.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return against Verona Vlahovic (thigh) has been ruled out for Thursday's match versus Verona, Juventus informed.

Impact Vlahovic will skip the fourth straight contest due to inflammation. Two among Arkadiusz Milik, Fabio Miretti, Moise Kean, and Angel Di Maria will get the nod offensively in this one.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Inter game Vlahovic (thigh/groin) isn't part of the squad list to face Inter Sunday.

Impact Vlahovic hasn't recovered enough from his lingering injury to be an option and will miss his third straight game. Arkadiusz Milik will spearhead the frontline and will be joined by either Fabio Miretti or Angel Di Maria.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for inter clash Vlahovic has improved but isn't a lock to be available versus Inter. "He's in doubt because he's not fully fit yet. We'll see how he feels tomorrow morning, and then I'll decide,"...

Impact Vlahovic has been able to practice in the lead-up to the game, but he's dealing with a nagging problem rather than with a proper injury. He would likely get only limited minutes even if he's available. Arkadius Milik is set to lead the attack, with either Angel Di Maria or Fabio Miretti supporting him.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Might be back versus Inter Vlahovic (thigh) will be an option versus Inter "if everything goes well in the next couple of days," coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Vlahovic isn't a lock to return as his injury is not cut-and-dried, but he has a shot if the pain goes away and he shows well in the upcoming practice sessions. He would probably start right away, replacing Nicolo Fagioli or Fabio Miretti, if good to go.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for PSG clash Vlahovic will miss Wednesday's game versus PSG, and "the hope is that he'll be available versus Inter," coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact Vlahovic will skip the second consecutive game due to pain in his upper thigh, and the club will be cautious since he had issues in the same area in the past. Juventus will lean on Arkadiusz Milik and Moise Kean offensively in this one.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Lecce game Vlahovic won't be available versus Lecce due to some pain in his adductor/groin, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Vlahovic left the last game early and won't be involved over the weekend, even though the tests ruled out serious issues. Arkadiusz Milik and Moise Kean will likely partner up front, with youngsters Samuel Iling-Junior and Matias Soule as their backups.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids substantial issues Vlahovic took some tests Wednesday, which came back clean, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Vlahovic is set to be available for Saturday's game against Lecce, and then it'll be up to the coaching staff to decide whether to limit his minutes or not depending on how he looks in the next few practices. Moise Kean and Arkadiusz Milik would pair up if Vlahovic was initially spared.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Benfica Vlahovic assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-4 loss to Benfica and subbed off at the 70th minute due to some thigh discomfort,...

Impact Vlahovic was eventually credited with an assist, and not a goal, on a tap-in from inside the six-yard goal that hadn't crossed the line before Moise Kean nudged it home. He bowed out when the game appeared sealed, and the early indication is that his issue shouldn't be severe, but he'll be assessed ahead of Saturday's road game versus Lecce.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet versus Empoli Vlahovic won one tackle and two duels, was dispossessed once, and had one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 4-0 victory against Empoli.

Impact Vlahovic took a backseat to Moise Kean in this one and was pulled early to spare some energy. He has scored twice and added 14 shots (nine on target), three chances created and five crosses (three accurate) in the last five games. Juventus will face Benfica away in Champions League Tuesday and then Lecce next Saturday.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

FIFA 23 Team of the Week 5: Neymar, Joe Gomez, Dusan Vlahovic & more FIFA 23’s TOTW 5 has been revealed.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM