NIKOLA VLASIC NEWS

Late penalty for Torino scuppers Venezia hopes of escaping Serie A drop zone

Kike Pérez's first Serie A goal since joining Venezia this year has not been enough for a win as a late Torino goal ensured a share of the points in Turin

MAY 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores in start Vlasic scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Venezia.

Impact Upon getting a tune-up game at Napoli in late-April, Vlasic was added back to Torino's starting XI for the team's first May game. Going back to mid-March, he has two goals and one assist across his four starts. The four-start span includes a third of Vlasic's nine G/A this season.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in against Napoli Vlasic (calf) had one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in 31 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Vlasic was subbed in to help the final push, which didn't amount to much, and he didn't put up numbers in the main stats. He'll likely be back in the XI against Venezia if he doesn't have setbacks, likely replacing a defender, as the coach went with a more cautious formation in this one.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return against Napoli Vlasic (calf) reprised training with the group Saturday and is in contention to start versus Napoli, Mediaset reported.

Impact Vlasic is in better shape after being shelved for two matches and might be back into the initial formation right away if he feels good enough on game day. He could fill in for Gvidas Gineitis (suspension), with Karol Linetty staying in the XI. He has scored and assisted once in his last five outings, averaging one key pass and one cross per game.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Udinese bout Vlasic (calf) has been omitted from Torino's squad list to face Udinese on Wednesday.

Impact Vlasic hasn't been able to recuperate despite having three extra days at his disposal thanks to a postponement. Yann Karamoh, Antonio Sanabria or Karol Linetty will take his place in the XI depending on how aggressive the coach wants to be.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Udinese game Vlasic (calf) "has an edema in his muscle, and we'll try to recover him until the last moment," coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Vlasic is nursing a calf contusion following a blow in training, avoiding more serious issues, but he risks sitting out the second consecutive game as he has trained on the side this week, although the coach left the door open for a possible return since there are a couple more practices before the game.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Como contest Vlasic won't be involved in Sunday's game versus Como due to late muscular discomfort, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Vlasic was inserted in the initial squad list but will watch the game from the stands because he didn't feel totally right and will be assessed ahead of next Monday's home game versus Udinese. Antonio Sanabria is taking his place in a more offensive-minded formation.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sinks Empoli Vlasic scored one goal to go with four shots (two on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Vlasic decided the game by muscling his way through defenders and slotting it home from the edge of the box midway through the second half. It's his fourth in the season. He has bagged two in the last five matches, adding seven shots (four on target), six chances created and five crosses (two accurate).

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Finds the net against Bologna Vlasic drew one foul and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one chance created in Friday's 3-2 defeat against Bologna.

Impact Vlasic had less volume than in previous matches but put his name in the stat sheet after a month by capping off a counter with a strike from the middle of the box. It's his third goal in the campaign. He has registered five shots (three on target), six key passes, two crosses (one accurate) and six tackles (zero won) in the last five fixtures.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Genoa fixture Vlasic drew three fouls and registered three shots (two on goal), one tackle (zero won) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Vlasic led the offensive charge for his side but couldn't cash in on a few opportunities to fire from interesting positions. He has scored once and recorded five shots (three on target), six key passes, two crosses (one accurate) and eight tackles (one won) in the last five rounds.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Cagliari Vlasic recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), one interception and three chances created in Friday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Vlasic was a big offensive catalyst, leading his team in key passes and recording a new season high in that respect. He has looked good in a more offensive role. He has scored once and logged four shots (two on target), eight chances created and four crosses (two accurate) in the last five fixtures.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Adds goal in draw Vlasic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.

Impact Vlasic got his second goal of the season in just one shot on goal attempted Saturday. He also earned his third start in a row, collecting eight starts in 14 appearances this campaign, generating three assists with 22 tackles (14 won), 11 crosses (one accurate) and 10 chances created.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Parma match Vlasic won one of one tackle and registered two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Parma.

Impact Vlasic did a little bit of everything offensively while drawing his second consecutive start, which hadn't happened in a while. He'll have to fare well to fend off Gvidas Gineitis and Karol Linetty. He has assisted once and added four shots (one on target), six key passes, four crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (one won) in the last four contests.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist off bench in win Vlasic made an assist and had two off-target shots after coming off the bench during Friday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Vlasic was brought at halftime to replace Gvidas Gineitis and provided his team a playmaking spark as he assisted fellow substitute Che Adams for the game-winner and generated a couple more occasions. The assist was the first in almost two months for the attacker and he'll hope this is the start of better things to come after a rough stretch to begin the campaign.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in defeat Vlasic generated two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Fiorentina.

Impact Vlasic fired a minimum of two shots for the second time in six appearances. This also marked the second game where he registered a shot on target. Additionally, he tied his season high with two tackles won for a third time on the campaign.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Cagliari Vlasic assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Cagliari.

Impact Vlasic has landed on the scoresheet in all three games played this season with a goal and two assists. He's only started once, having played just 116 minutes after missing the opening matches of the campaign with a thigh injury.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK against Inter Vlasic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in six minutes in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Vlasic didn't play much as he dealt with a fever during the week but scored his first goal of the season thanks to a successful attempt from the spot. His minutes are bound to grow after the break as he continues to get healthier following an early injury. He has logged one assist, one shot on target and one chance created in two appearances off the bench.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Collects helper in Lazio game Vlasic (thigh) created one scoring chance, committed one foul and had one assist in 27 minutes in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Vlasic played the final portion of the game after missing the first five rounds and, while he didn't look too explosive nor he had many touches, he picked up a point thanks to a slick pass to Che Adams in the box. He should supplant Adrien Tameze and Karol Linetty in the midfield if he rounds into shape quickly, as the coach fielded a more attacking scheme in the second half.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lazio game Vlasic (thigh) "will be available, and we've been waiting for him. He could have returned midweek, and he's ready to play. He can star in many roles," coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Vlasic will be an option for the first time in the campaign after suffering consecutive thigh strains in the summer and working on his conditioning. The boss suggested he'll compete with Ivan Ilic, Adrien Tameze and Karol Linetty and potentially in more offensive positions. He's likely to be deployed in small doses at first. He posted three goals, two assists, 46 shots (11 on target) and 35 key passes in 33 appearances last season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Vlasic (thigh) won't be an option against Atalanta "as we want to be extra cautious," coach Paolo Vanoli relayed.

Impact Vlasic has yet to begin ramping up in training after two injuries in a row and will most likely be given the first break to do so, also missing next week's match. Karol Linetty and Adrien Tameze will pick up the slack.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will keep missing time Vlasic (thigh) "has resumed practicing, but we'd rather wait an extra week with him since he had a relapse of the same injury," coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Vlasic has been sidelined through the summer due to consecutive thigh strains and will be out for the opener and likely more matches since he skipped the pre-season preparation. Torino will lean on Samuele Ricci, Ivan Ilic, Karol Linetty and Adrien Tameze while he recovers.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Croatia's Vlasic is out of Euro 2024 because of a muscle injury

Croatia midfielder Nikola Vlasic has withdrawn from the European Championship because of a muscle injury

JUNE 18, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Done for Euro 2024 Vlasic is out for the rest of Euro 2024 due to a muscle injury, according to manager Zlatko Dalic. "Nikola invested a lot of effort to help the team at the EURO 2024, and he is an...

Impact Vlasic's Euro 2024 campaign has been cut short, as he will leave Germany and the Croatian national team for the rest of the tournament due to injury. He was already dealing with an injury heading into their preparation friendlies, and after picking up another issue in training while at the tournament, he had to return home and focus on recovery. Luckily for the team, this shouldn't cause changes, as he did not play a minute in their opener.

JUNE 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for friendly Vlasic (thigh) is on the bench for Croatia's friendly against North Macedonia on Monday.

Impact Vlasic missed Torino's final three games of the Serie A season, but his presence on the bench here suggests he's ready to see at least some minutes in the second half. That bodes well for his participation in the Euros' group stage. Croatia will debut against Spain on June 15.

JUNE 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss rest of the season Vlasic suffered a high-grade tear of the tendon of the adductor longus in his right thigh, Torino announced.

Impact Vlasic is headed for a specialist consult to decide the best rehab route, as surgery could be on the table to make a full recovery. He'll be out for the final three games and most likely for the Euro as well. Karol Linetty, Adrien Tameze and David Okerereke could enjoy an uptick in playing times as a result in his absence, while Samuele Ricci or Ivan Ilic could move to more offensive roles since Torino don't have other pure no.10s.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE