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Sidelined for Monza match Berisha "is a little fatigued and won't be involved Sunday;" coach Eusebio Di Francesco announced.

Impact Berisha had a little hiccup in training and is still working his way back from thigh surgery. He has played just eight minutes so far. Omri Gandelman (undisclosed) is also iffy, so Ivan Ilic, Youssef Maleh and Mohamed Kaba could enjoy an uptick in minutes.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Roma game Berisha (thigh) didn't play in Monday's 4-0 loss to Roma.

Impact Berisha was good to go for the first time in a long while, but he's not playing in shape yet and will be handled carefully in the next few matches after a prolonged rehab. Lecce recently added Ivan Ilic to their midfield, and Olaf Gorter and Youssef Maleh have been fine in the early going.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to squad Monday Berisha (thigh) is available from the bench for Monday's Serie A clash against Roma.

Impact Berisha returns to the matchday squad after spending several months on the sidelines following thigh surgery, marking an important step in his recovery. The midfielder isn't ready to start yet and may be eased back into action. Berisha will likely need time to rebuild match fitness before seriously challenging Olaf Gorter, Oumar Ngom, Youssef Maleh and Omri Gandelman for a starting role.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to return Berisha (thigh) "will be selected for the Roma game, and I think he'll be finally able to train fully starting from next week," coach Eusebio Di Francesco announced.

Impact Berisha is almost out of the woods after missing months because of a thigh injury that required surgery. He's not ready to play yet, but he'll be available right away so he can start getting reintegrated into the squad. It'll likely be a while before he concretely challenges Olaf Gorter, Ouman Ngom, Youssef Maleh and Omri Gandelman.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Still on the mend Berisha (thigh) hasn't been selected for Monday's Coppa Italia contest against Palermo.

Impact Berisha has continued to work mostly on the side while trying to come back from thigh surgery. He'll likely be unavailable for the early matches. Youssef Maleh, Olaf Gorter and Sadik Fofana have stepped in for Ylber Ramadani so far.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Will undergo surgery Berisha will go under the knife to repair a torn right rectus femoris tendon, Lecce announced.

Impact Berisha had already been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign due to a relapse of a thigh injury, which necessitates an operation to heal fully. It remains to be seen whether he'll be ready for next season's opener, as the rehab will take multiple months. He was in the midst of a breakout year before getting hurt, having notched two goals, three assists, 24 shots (five on target) and 59 crosses (20 accurate) in 13 appearances and earning a regular role for the first time in his young career.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new injury Berisha sustained a right rectus femoris strain while he was gearing up to return and is set to consult a specialist in Finland, but, in any case, he won't return before the end of...

Impact Berisha hasn't played since early January because of a significant thigh injury and has picked up another problem while working his way back. He'll assess whether he'll need surgery to make a full recovery, but he's done for this campaign regardless. Omri Gandelman, Oumar Ngom and Seko Fofana have taken his place in the rotation.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss significant time Berisha has been diagnosed with a grade two lesion of the flexor muscle in his right thigh, Lecce announced.

Impact Berisha picked up a serious thigh injury and will be sidelined for six to eight weeks. Mohamed Kaba, Alex Sala, Thorir Helgason and Balthazar Pierret (thigh) are set to play more than usual, considering also that Lassana Coulibaly has left for AFCON 2025.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injured early Berisha was brought off with an apparent injury during Friday's clash with Pisa.

Impact Berisha was brought off inside the opening 10 minutes of Friday's clash. The midfielder has started every match since the fourth matchday and would be a big loss if the injury proves to be a serious one. Mohamed Kaba came on to replace him during Friday's match.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Berisha had three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Cremonese.

Impact Berisha recorded the most crosses in the game, created two chances and also contributed defensively with a block and an interception. Berisha is on a productive run with four goal contributions across the last seven games and is unlucky to not have more assists to his name.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up two goals Berisha assisted twice to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 win over Torino.

Impact Berisha set up goals in the 20th and 22nd minute, which led to the eventual victory. Berisha recorded the most crosses in his team, created three chances and also made four tackles. This was the first time in his senior career that he recorded two goal contributions in a single match. He has also now registered four goal contributions in the last six games.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brillant outing despite draw Berisha had three shots (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Verona.

Impact Berisha operated as Lecce's central connector in a match they dominated but couldn't finish. He found pockets between Verona's lines and helped switch play to Lameck Banda and the overlapping fullback. Berisha was especially valuable on set pieces, contributing to three shots, two chances created, eight crosses and a season high seven corners.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Has winning goal Berisha scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-0 win against Fiorentina.

Impact Berisha ended up with what would be the game's only and winning goal. He has good chance to keep the scoring going on Saturday against Verona, a team which has allowed 16 goals in 10 matches.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lively in Napoli contest Berisha drew one foul and generated three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Berisha was the most dynamic player for his side and led it in multiple offensive categories thanks to multiple precise set pieces. He has filled the stat sheet in his five consecutive stats, taking multiple shots in each of them and totaling 13 (two accurate), scoring and assisting once and posting eight key passes and 10 tackles (six won). He maintained his season-long string of games with multiple crosses and corners, racking up 33 (10i accurate) and 29, respectively, so far.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Berisha scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Udinese.

Impact Berisha played in Lecce's midfield and looked to exploit forward spaces, but his crossing accuracy dipped under Udinese's press. He registered several season highs with four shots and six corners, while also contributing defensively with three tackles and one clearance. The midfielder scored his first goal for Lecce in Serie A to give hope for a comeback that ultimately did not happen.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in draw Berisha had two off-target shots, created two chances and sent in six crosses (three accurate) during Saturday's scoreless draw against Sassuolo.

Impact Berisha had another productive day in the middle of the park as he created a lot for teammates from both open play and set pieces and once again was able to go up the field and finish plays himself. With six shots, five chances created, 19 crosses and five tackles over his last three starts, the youngster is not only taking over as a full-time starter but also developing into an interesting fantasy asset.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in eight crosses against Parma Berisha created one scoring chance and recorded two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Parma.

Impact Berisha stayed in the XI after faring well last week and had his busiest performance yet, thanks to a few set pieces, pacing his side in deliveries and posting a new season high. He has good chances of staying ahead of Alex Sala and Mohamed Kaba for the final spot in the midfield. He has notched multiple crosses and corners in each of his four showings, piling up 19 (four accurate) and 15 respectively and adding four key passes, nine tackels (seven won) and four shots (one on target).

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with assist Berisha assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Prior to the Bologna-Lecce game, Lecce's previous two appearances saw zero minutes out of Berisha, who was a healthy scratch. Sunday marked the midfielder's return, and he stepped up with an assist. Like in the 2024-25 Serie A with Lecce, it looks like the team will continue not to give Berisha a steady role, meaning he will have to earn it. If he can continue playing like he did Sunday, perhaps a regular role is on the cards, but there is stlil a lot Berisha must accomplish.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Passable against Genoa Berisha won three of four tackles and registered four crosses (one accurate), two interceptions and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Genoa.

Impact Berisha got the nod over a few other options in the midfield and had a well-rounded display, as he was gritty in the defensive phase and picked up a few stats on the other end thanks to multiple set pieces. He'll look to stay ahead of Thorir Helgason and Mohamed Kaba in the next few fixtures. He appeared 17 times (seven starts) last season, providing one as assist, as he often missed time due to injury.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Berisha served a one-game suspension in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Atalanta.

Impact Berisha will be available against Napoli on Saturday but didn't start in his previous three showings, although he generally got decent minutes off the bench. He has notched at least one cross in his last four displays (one start), totaling 11 (two accurate) and recording nine shots (one on target), three key passes and three corners.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Disqualified for Atalanta tilt Berisha had six crosses (zero accurate), one key pass and three corners and was cautioned for the fifth time in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Como.

Impact Berisha had a good shift off the bench and led his team in deliveries, but it wasn't enough to stage a comeback, and he'll be unavailable for the next game versus Atalanta on Friday due to yellow-card accumulation. He has begun on the bench behind Thorir Helgason, Ylber Ramadani and Lassana Coulibaly in the last four rounds.

APRIL 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fizzy off the bench against Venezia Berisha won of one tackle and recorded three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in 36 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Venezia.

Impact Berisha provided a spark and helped the offense in the final portion of the game, putting up numbers in multiple categories. The good showing could help regain minutes at Ylber Ramadani's expense. He has registered nine shots (one on target), two key passes, five crosses (two accurate) and six tackles (three won) in the last five contests (two starts).

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good in Genoa contest Berisha won two of four tackles and recorded four shots (zero on goal), two interceptions and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 loss to Genoa.

Impact Berisha put together a solid two-way display and led his side in attempts, although with little touch, in his third consecutive start. Balthazar Pierret (illness) was out in this one, but he had played over him last week. He has registered seven tackles (zero won), two key passes, four crosses (two accurate) and six tackles (three won) in the last four fixtures.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fizzy in Udinese match Berisha drew two fouls and had three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Udinese.

Impact Berisha came off the bench replacing Hamza Rafia and was one of the most energetic men for his side in a game where Lecce didn't muster much offense. He could get a chance from the start if Thorir Helgason (undisclosed) misses another match. He has tallied one assist, eight shots (one on target), three key passes and seven crosses (two accurate) in his last five displays.

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench versus Bologna Berisha (thigh) had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in 10 minutes in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Berisha was rather active during his short time on the pitch and looked well considering his lengthy absence. He might get to start sooner than anticipated since Thorir Helgason (abdomen) left early in this one.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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