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Reliable as always Ito made 84 clearances and 40 tackles in 30 starts (29 appearances) during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Ito was a reliable presence throughout the starting XI yet again. The defender took up his usual role in central defense while occasionally shifting to wing-back or midfield when needed. Ito also added 17 corners as he took a surprising role on set-pieces. The minor set-piece role and major defensive volume gives Ito a bright outlook heading into the 2023/24 season.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three crosses Saturday Ito had three crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Ito made three crosses in his return to the lineup after serving his one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation. He's been averaging 2.9 clearances a match after recording 23 in the last seven games played.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return from suspension Ito will be available for selection in next weekend's clash against Hertha Berlin after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Ito missed Saturday's win over Borussia Monchengladbach while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he's started 13 of Stuttgart's 15 Bundesliga matches in 2023 and should plug straight back into the XI in central defense next weekend.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Ito was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Friday's 1-1 draw with Augsburg.

Impact Ito was shown the yellow card in the 20th minute and will be suspended for next week's match against Borussia Monchengladbach. Konstantinos Mavropanos is the likely man to take Ito's spot in the Stuttgart back line as he'll be returning from his own suspension next week.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Augsburg Ito (infection) will feature in the starting XI against Augsburg on Friday.

Impact Ito returns to action following just one match on the sidelines due to an illness. When slotted into the left-back role, Ito can generate plenty of crosses but sees those attempts dry up when moved to central defense, as he will be Friday with a back-three. Still, Ito should be a target in the box on freekicks and corners.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in full training Ito (undisclosed) took full part in training according to Danny Galm of Waiblingen.

Impact Ito missed out during Saturday's three-all draw with Dortmund but made a full return to training Tuesday. A full return early in the week gives Ito a great chance to return to full fitness before a Friday trip to Augsburg.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Dortmund Ito is not in Stuttgart's match day squad to face Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.

Impact Ito has started all 12 of his side's Bundesliga matches since the winter break and he scored his first goal of the season against Bochum last season. But he will not be involved in Saturday's match, with Dan-Axel Zagadou replacing him in the back-three.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores screamer Ito scored once from three shots (one on target) and won three of his four tackles in Sunday's 3-2 win against Bochum.

Impact Ito made decisive interventions at both ends, hitting a fantastic volley to open the scoring. The centre-back only has two goals in his Bundesliga career and does not find himself in attacking positions very often.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in loss Ito recorded two shots (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Ito led the team with seven crosses Saturday, with two of them being accurate. He also took three corner, took two shots (one on target) and created two chances on the attack. On the defensive end he intercepted one pass and attempted one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in start Ito recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Ito got the start Saturday after returning from a back injury and he looked straight away to be at his best. The defender filled in for Borna Sosa at left-back and did admirably, creating a pair of chances and sending in five crosses while still piling on the defensive volume.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Bayern Ito (back) is in the starting lineup to face Bayern on Saturday.

Impact Ito was questionable to play, but the Japan international proved to be healthy enough to take on a tough test against Die Roten. Ito has been a regular starter in recent weeks and will partner with Dan-Axel Zagadou at center-back.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Bayern Munich Ito (back) is in doubt for Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich.

Impact Ito only played in one half against Schalke, then was replaced by Dan-Axel Zagadou after suffering from back issues. He has been a consistent starter for the last seven games, totaling 26 clearances, 11 interceptions and six tackles (three won) in that span. Zagadou could start at center back if the defender is not available.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records four clearances Ito registered four clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Ito and full-back Waldemar Anton logged VfB Stuttgart's best clearance tallies as the team maintained a clean sheet Saturday. The central defender finally redeemed himself after failing to prevent multiple goals from being allowed across three games Stuttgart played in between Jan. 26 and Feb. 12. That is not to say Ito did nothing, as he has 3.8 clearances averaged across his last four appearances recorded.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Ito (calf) was named to the starting XI against RB Leipzig on Friday.

Impact Ito will make his third consecutive start, having recorded 11 crosses (three accurate), seven corners and two chances created in his prior two outings. With his role on corners and freekicks, the defender should be capable of pushing the attacking from the backline.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Leipzig Ito (calf) is a doubt for Friday's clash with Leipzig due to a calf injury, according to manager Bruno Labbadia.

Impact Ito is a doubt for Friday's match after picking up a calf injury. The defender would be extremely hard to replace, and is likely to play if at all possible. Ito has been a nailed-on starter when fully fit and available.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left on bench in win Ito was left on the bench during Thursday's 2-1 win over Spain.

Impact Ito played just one half in three group stage games, coming off the bench during the loss to Costa Rica. He might be called on to fill the gap left by Ko Itakura's suspension, depending on if manager Hajime Moriyasu maintains a formation with three center-backs.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hertha Ito (illness) is in Stuttgart's starting lineup for Tuesday's clash against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Ito has recovered from an illness that sidelined him for Friday's loss to Gladbach, and he's back in the XI in central defense for Tuesday's game.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out due to illness Ito (illness) is out for Friday's clash with Gladbach, Stuttgart announced.

Impact Ito was ruled out due to illness, this is a surprise with no reports of any sort of issues for Ito earlier in the week. Pascal Stenzel, Waldemar Anton and Konstantinos Mavropanos make up the back-three with Ito and Dan-Axel Zagadou both ruled out. Ito's first chance to return is a Tuesday clash with Hertha.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 15 minutes Ito (undisclosed) played 15 minutes during a 4-1 win against VfL Bochum on Saturday.

Impact Ito's undisclosed injury forced the 23-year-old to be a substitute Saturday. But considering he logged 90 minutes during all except one game VfB Stuttgart played in between Aug. 7 and Oct. 9, fantasy managers should expect him playing regularly again.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early injured in loss Ito took one shot on target, created one chance, sent in nine crosses (two accurate), made one tackle (won) and one interception before subbing off with an undisclosed injury in Su...

Impact Ito started after dealing with a muscular strain, but was replaced in the 71st minute injured again. The left-back was back in practive with no apparent issue this week, though, and will not miss any time. He led his side in crosses during the match, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Union Ito (strain) is in Stuttgart's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Union Berlin.

Impact Ito was dealing with a muscular issue this week and was limited in training, but he is fit enough to play from the start on Sunday.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In partial training Ito has been limited in training due to a muscular issue ahead of Sunday's match against Union Berlin, according to manager Pellegrino Matarazzo. There is still some optimism he wi...

Impact Ito has played the full 90 in every start this season and contributed with an assist in Saturday's loss to Wolfsburg. While the return of Borna Sosa (illness) would see Ito return to center-back after playing on the left for one game, it would change things if Ito isn't fit enough to start. In that situation, Dan-Axel Zagadou could get his first big chance since joining the club.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Wolfsburg Ito provided an assist, created two chances, sent in six crosses (three accurate), made two tackles (one won) and three clearances and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-2...

Impact Ito made a rare appearance as a left-back and that did wonders for his fantasy production as he assisted Serhou Guirassy for the opening goal of the match in the 22nd minute and made several other offensive contributions while still taking care of his defensive assignments. Borna Sosa will probably be back for the next match and his return will make Ito move back to his natural center-back role.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to miss time Ito has played every single minute before the international break creating six chances through seven matches.

Impact Ito has been the most guaranteed of every single Stuttgart starter playing every single minute of the opening seven matches. The defender has been absolutely nailed on and should be good value for defensive value and a surprising amount of chances created. Ito is on pace to blow past his 15 chances created in 2021/22.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner against Koln Ito assisted one goal from his only chance created, sent in one inaccurate cross, made three tackles (one won), four clearances and two blocks in Saturday's 2-1 win over Koln.

Impact Ito assisted Wataru Endo's game-winner in the last minute to help them avoid the relegation playoffs. That was his first assist in the season, to go with one goal. The centerback also posted 43 tackles, 53 interceptions and 87 clearances over 29 appearances (26 starts).

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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