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Returns to bench Sucic (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Valladolid.

Impact Sucic is back with the team as expected Saturday, returning to a spot on the bench after a battle with a knee injury. It ends a four-match absence and he will look to return to the starting XI soon, starting in 22 of his 25 appearances this campaign.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad, available Saturday Sucic (knee) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Valladolid.

Impact Sucic was spotted in training earlier this week, so it's not a surprise to see him make the squad, especially considering he's been a regular fixture in midfield when fit. Sucic has started in 17 of his 19 appearances for Real Sociedad in league play this season, though he doesn't carry a lot of fantasy upside due to his role as a holding midfielder.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Sucic (knee) has been spotted back in team training on Wednesday, the club announced.

Impact Sucic was part of the team training on Wednesday. Although he still wears a strap on his injured knee, his return to team training is a positive sign, suggesting he could be back in the squad for Saturday's clash with Valladolid. If he can't make the squad, Pablo Marin or Benat Turrientes could replace him in midfield for the game.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Working indoor Tuesday Sucic (knee) has been spotted training indoors as part of his recovery, the club posted.

Impact Sucic has been sidelined with knee discomfort for the past three games and has been seen doing indoor exercises as part of his recovery. It is still unclear when he will return to the pitch, but he is progressing well. Benat Turrientes is expected to see increased playing time until Sucic returns.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to sidelines Sucic is out for Sunday's match against Sevilla due to an injury, according to manager Imanol Alguacil, per Oscar Badallo of Marca. "Obviously, with Luka we forced last day, being...

Impact Sucic is out Sunday, with the club appearing to be taking the cautious route after rushing him back a bit too early during their match Thursday. That said, they do expect him to be available for their reverse fixture against Manchester United on March 13, as he is a critical part of the team when fit. Benat Turrientes is a possible replacement, with Martin Zubimendi also likely to take his spot if deemed fit from an illness.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starts, plays 88 minutes Sucic (knee) started and played 88 minutes in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League.

Impact Sucic returned to action after overcoming a knee problem, and the talented playmaker didn't show any lingering effects of the injury by logging most of the match. Sucic should alternate in midfield going forward.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Thursday Susic (knee) is back in training and could be an option to play Thursday against Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League, El Diario Vasco reports.

Impact Susic hasn't played since February due to a knee injury, but the midfielder seems to have recovered slightly quicker than expected. It's unclear if he'll return to the XI right away, but the fact that he's back in full training suggests his return to the side is creeping closer and closer.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers sprained ligament in knee Sucic will be out indefinitely with a knee injury suffered Thursday against Midtjylland, the club announced.

Impact Sucic twisted his right knee against Midtjylland and has been diagnosed with a sprained medial collateral ligament. He will be sidelined indefinitely. Pablo Marin could see more minutes in his absence.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Sucic came off with an apparent injury during the second half of Thursday's clash with Midtjylland. Sucic scored a first-half brace before coming off.

Impact Sucic picked up the injury just moments after half time and was forced off for Pablo Marin. Sucic has been a consistent starting option with occasional rest on the bench and in different formations. Sucic will have limited time to try and get fit for a Sunday clash with Leganes.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers from illness Sucic (illness) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Leganes.

Impact Sucic returns after missing last week's match against Betis due to the flu. The midfielder had started six straight matches in all competitions prior to the absence.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to flu Sucic is out for Sunday's match against Betis, according to manager Imanol Alguacil. "Luka has the flu."

Impact Sucic will miss out Sunday, with the midfielder suffering from the illness. This will force a change, as he is a regular starter, with Benat Turrientes as a likely replacement. He will likely heal up over the week and be an option for their next match against Leganes on Dec. 8, although only time can tell.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Osasuna Sucic (illness) is in the starting lineup to face Osasuna on Sunday.

Impact Sucic managed to bounce back earlier than expected despite dealing with COVID-19 in recent days. He had played two full games in a row prior to the issue, though it's unclear if he's healthy enough for that many minutes this time. He has scored once from 14 shots and 10 chances created across all competitions this season.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with COVID Sucic wasn't included in the squad for Thursday's Europa League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv after testing positive for COVID-19, Alvaro Vicente of El Diario Vasco reports.

Impact This means the midfielder, who had started in six of his seven league outings this season, will miss the team's next two matches at the earliest. Sociedad have decent depth to withstand his absence, but it's unclear when he'll be cleared to return to action.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer against Atleti Sucic scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created one chance and suffered two fouls during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Sucic was having a largely uninspiring performance despite his team dominance but then things changed for him in the 84th minute when he sent a spectacular one-timer into the top corner for the goal that sealed the 1-1 draw. This was the first goal since joining Sociedad for the midfielder, who's still figuring things out after so many seasons playing in Austria.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creative force in midfield Sucic had four shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and four chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Mallorca.

Impact Sucic was active in midfield and despite playing a box-to-box role, he was mostly dangerous in the final third and was the team's most significant playmaking threat. He lacked the end product, but he delivered solid value as a midfield threat.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Real Sociedad Sucic has completed a move from RB Salzburg to Real Sociedad, his new club announced Thursday.

Impact The central midfielder will add some much needed depth in the middle of the pitch, though his path for regular minutes is a bit complicated given the team's depth in that zone. Susic is coming off appearing in three matches (one start) for Croatia in the 2024 Euros while being a regular for RB Salzburg both in the Austrian Bundesliga and European competitions.

AUGUST 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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