IVAN ILIC NEWS

Will be option versus Salernitana Ilic (ankle) "had a clean week of practice," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Ilic has overcome an ankle injury that sidelined him for two games, but the coach was noncommital on fielding him. He'll have to compete with Samuele Ricci, Karol Linetty, and Gvidas Gineitis until he's fully healthy. He has provided one assist and added two shots (one on target), three crosses (all accurate), six tackles (three won), and four clearances in his last five appearances.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Ilic sprained his right ankle in practice and will miss some time, Ansa reports.

Impact Ilic has already had some trouble in the same area earlier in the season, and the problem might cost him two-to-three weeks, the publication suggests. Karol Linetty, Michel Adopo, and Ronaldo Vieira (thigh) will pick up the slack in the midfield next to Samuele Ricci.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Milan Ilic (ankle) didn't play in Friday's 0-1 loss to Milan.

Impact Ilic returned to the bench but didn't get minutes as the coach signaled that he wasn't in great shape despite shaking off a knock. Gvidas Gineitis received his first career start in the midfield in this one. Karol Linetty, Michel Adopo, and Ronaldo Vieira will be the other options in the midfield until Samuele Ricci (calf) returns.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be bench option versus Milan Ilic will be available for Friday's match against Milan, but "he needs two-or-three weeks of practice to be in top shape," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Ilic has recovered from a contusion, but it could be a while before he starts, even though Samuele Ricci is out with a calf injury. Unless the gaffer adapts somebody, Karol Linetty, Ronaldo Vieira, and Michel Adopo are the only other options in the role.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Udinese game Ilic won't be available versus Udinese due to a knock, coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Ilic got banged up during his debut for his new team in Coppa Italia and won't be involved a few days later. Karol Linetty or Michel Adopo will join Samuele Ricci in the midfield following the departure of Sasa Lukic.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Torino Ilic has joined Torino on loan with obligation to buy from Verona, the team announced.

Impact Ilic reunites with former coach Ivan Juric and is poised for a regular role, as Sasa Lukic is in advanced talks to join Fulham. He has logged one assist, 16 chances created, 47 crosses (16 accurate), and 16 tackles in 11 matches with Verona this season.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to leave Ilic is no longer with the team as he's about to transfer, coach Marco Zaffaroni announced.

Impact Ilic might complete his move to Torino before Monday's match versus Udinese, and won't be available in any case. Miguel Veloso picked up an injury, so Ibrahim Sulemana is likely the next man up in the midfield.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Lecce Ilic assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), and four tackles (three won) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Ilic recorded his first assist of the season with a timely pass for Darko Lazovic and launched the most crosses since September. He has tallied two off-target shots, two chances created, eight deliveries (one accurate), and six tackles (four won) in the last four matches since returning from injury. Verona will visit Udinese next Monday.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one tackle against Torino Ilic (undisclosed) played 18 minutes in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Torino, registering one successful tackle.

Impact Ilic starred in his first game with Verona since mid-September. His role is bound to increase once he'll have his legs fully underneath him, and he'll resume being an intriguing fantasy option as well given his all-around skill-set.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Torino Ilic (undisclosed) has been named in Verona's squad list to face Torino Wednesday.

Impact Ilic picked up a new injury during the World Cup, but he has managed to shake it off, and he could log his first appearance with Verona since late September. While he'd be a starter if fully healthy, he will likely be eased into action at first. He has recorded 14 chances created, 39 crosses (15 accurate), ten tackles, and ten clearances in seven matches.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing injury Ilic hasn't played in the recent friendlies due to an injury he suffered with Serbia, coach Marco Zaffaroni announced.

Impact Ilic played just 33 minutes in Qatar before getting hurt, and he has been limited after returning, missing all the matches so far. The gaffer stated that he'll be re-assessed next week, but he didn't sound optimistic about his availability versus Torino on January 4.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Juventus Ilic (leg) didn't play in Thursday's 0-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Ilic returned to the bench after a month, but he didn't get any minutes. It remains to be seen whether it'll happen in the final match before the World Cup. He has logged seven shots (two on target), 14 chances created, 39 crosses (15 accurate), and ten tackles in seven appearances.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Juventus clash Ilic (leg) made the squad list to face Juventus Thursday, Verona announced.

Impact Ilic is available to return after six matches on the mend, even though the coach had voiced his pessimism in the last few days. He'll likely make just a cameo, considering his extended absence. He has logged seven shots (two on target), 14 chances created, 39 crosses (15 accurate), and ten tackles in seven starts.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected back for last two games Ilic "hurt and won't be available this week either," coach Salvatore Bocchetti told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Impact Ilic will miss two more matches, barring a surprising turn of events, and hasn't featured since mid-September due to a mysterious leg injury. Adrien Tameze, Martin Hongla, Miguel Veloso, and Ibrahim Sulemana have filled in for him in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Monza fixture Ilic (leg) wasn't mentioned by coach Salvatore Bocchetti among the players that have a shot at being available for Sunday's game against Monza.

Impact Ilic is at risk of sitting out the sixth consecutive bout because of an unspecified muscular injury, even though he was reportedly getting better a couple of weeks ago. Adrien Tameze, Miguel Veloso, and Martin Hongla have enjoyed an uptick of minutes with Ilic on the mend.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Missing Monday Ilic (leg) was left out of the squad against Roma on Monday.

Impact Ilic will be sidelined for his fifth consecutive contest due to his lingering leg injury. Prior to his absence, the midfielder started all seven matches for the club in which he served as the primary corner taker, registered 33 corners, 39 crosses (15 accurate) and 14 chances created. Once cleared to play, Ilic should resume that role and figures to offer top-end fantasy value as a result.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Roma game Ilic (leg) isn't certain to be available for Monday's clash with Roma,La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Ilic appeared to be trending in the right direction last week, but he hasn't logged consecutive full practice sessions in the lead-up to Monday's game, so he might be forced to watch another one from the stands.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Sassuolo Ilic (leg) isn't an option for Monday's game versus Sassuolo.

Impact Ilic was said to have some chances to be back in this one, but he will instead miss the fourth game in a row, and likely his final one. Miguel Veloso and Adrien Tameze are getting the nod in the midfield as usual.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Might return versus Sassuolo Ilic (leg) has an outside chance to be available for Monday's game against Sassuolo, L'Arena reports.

Impact Ilic has missed the last three matches after picking up an undisclosed injury. He has made progress in his recovery, and he'll be back for this one, or at worst, for the following game against Roma, the publication adds.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more time Ilic is nursing a muscular injury and will be out for more games after missing the Udinese one, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Ilic picked up a strain while on international duties, although it's unclear in which area. He'll be iffy for the Milan clash as well. Adrien Tameze, Miguel Veloso and Martin Hongla will be the top choices in the midfield while he's out.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Udinese match Ilic won't play Monday versus Udinese as he picked up a small injury while on international duties, coach Gabriele Cioffi announced.

Impact Ilic got banged up while playing with Serbia U21 and will be outright spared Monday. Miguel Veloso and Martin Hongla are the main candidates to replace him in the midfield.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in five crosses versus Napoli Ilic created two scoring chances, sent in five crosses (three accurate), won two duels and had one interception in Sunday's 2-5 loss to Napoli.

Impact Ilic had solid volume since he took care of set pieces with Miguel Veloso and Antonin Barak not in the lineup. He logged one goal, four assists, 22 shots and 40 crosses (15 accurate) last season.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Lazio game Ilic has been ruled out for Saturday's match against Lazio due to hip soreness, Verona announced.

Impact Ilic will sit out the season finale due to an ailment. He ends with one goal, four assists, 20 chances and 39 tackles in 32 appearances (20 starts), Miguel Veloso or Daniel Bessa will replace him in the XI Saturday.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Inter Ilic sent in two accurate crosses, created one scoring chance, had two interceptions and won seven duels in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Ilic did a little bit of everything in this one, contributing with small numbers across the board. He has taken full advantage of Miguel Veloso's extended absence. He has recorded four shots, two chances, seven crosses and seven clearances in the last five appearances. Verona will face Atalanta away next Monday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Genoa Ilic will return in the Genoa game following a one-game disqualification.

Impact Ilic sat out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. He will replace either Daniel Bessa or Martin Hongla in two weeks, although the return of Miguel Veloso is looming and could impact his playing time. He has tallied seven crosses, three shots, seven clearances and three interceptions in the last five matches.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE