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Set for multi-week absence Lukic (shoulder) will remain sidelined for several more weeks, manager Marco Silva told media Thursday. "We have the situation of SaA?a Lukic, that he is going to be still out, and...

Impact Lukic is dealing with a shoulder injury, and Silva's recent upside leads to believe the central midfielder won't be available before the end of the upcoming international break in November. That means he'd miss the matches against Everton, Brentford and Crystal Palace, and a return against Wolverhampton on Nov. 23 would certainly be a best-case scenario.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss several games Lukic (shoulder) will miss multiple games, manager Marco Silva told media during his pre-match press conference Friday. "SaA?a Lukic will be out and for more than one or two games,...

Impact Even though there's no exact timetable for his return to action, it wouldn't be surprising if Lukic is out until after the November international break. Lukic suffered the shoulder injury while on international duty, and while he's out, Sander Berge and Andreas Pereira are likely to see an uptick in their minutes.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed out Lukic (shoulder) is out for Saturday's clash with Aston Villa, according to manager Marco Silva. "He's going to be out."

Impact Lukic suffered the shoulder injury while on international duty, and is now going to miss at least one match. Silva didn't give an exact timeline on his return, but it will sideline him for at least one match. Sander Berge and Andreas Pereira will likely partner in holding midfield while Lukic is out.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers shoulder injury Lukic was forced off the field in the 53rd minute of Saturday's 2-0 win over Switzerland due to a shoulder injury, according to his club.

Impact Lukic has met an unfortunate fate, as the midfielder will likely miss time after going down injured. It appears somewhat serious, as he has left his national team's camp to return to Fulham for further treatment. He is expected to miss time, although the return date is still undecided depending on whether he needs surgery or not. Either way, he should miss at least one to three weeks with the issue, possibly missing two to three months if it's the worst-case scenario.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Tuesday Lukic (calf) played the final 15 minutes of Tuesday's 2-1 friendly loss to Austria.

Impact Lukic was back on the pitch for his national team after missing the domestic season finale. The midfielder only played 15 minutes, but any sort of return to match action is a good sign he's over the calf injury. Lukic should play a large role when fully fit, seemingly putting him on track for the first match of the group stage.

JUNE 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for finale Lukic (calf) is out for Sunday's trip to Luton, according to manager Marco Silva."Lukic is going to be out (injury)."

Impact Lukic will miss the final match of the Premier League season due to the small issue in his calf. The midfielder finishes the season with 24 appearances (13 starts) and a single goal during his first full year in England. He will compete for a starting spot heading into 2024/25 as well.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Lukic (calf) is out for Saturday's clash with Manchester City, according to manager Marco Silva. "Lukic is out. He has a small issue in his calf. I think he will be available soon...

Impact Lukic won't be an option Saturday after going 75 minutes in the scoreless draw with Brentford. The defensive midfielder has started three of the last four matches and will be tough to replace. Harrison Reed will likely be the preferred option to take over for Lukic in the center of the park Saturday.

MAY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's win Lukic scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Lukic scored his first goal of the season Saturday, a strike in the 49th minute assisted by Timothy Castagne's cross. He took a season-high two shots and added two tackles and one interception before he was subbed off in the 81st minute for Harrison Reed.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sasa Lukic stuns Tottenham to give Fulham 2-0 lead | Premier League

MARCH 16, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Sasa Lukic sees rare chance to prove his worth to Fulham in Joao Palhinha's absence Lukic's season began well, but injury and competition for places have reduced him to a bit-part role at Fulham since the onset of autumn

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Makes three tackles off bench Lukic recorded three tackles (zero won) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Chelsea.

Impact Lukic has maintained just a bench role during his second season playing for Fulham. In 12 appearances, the midfielder has started just four times, logging in 11 tackles (five won), seven clearances and four interceptions.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Lukic (knee) is expected to return for Monday's clash with Chelsea, according to manager Marco Silva. "Kenny Tete will be assessed ahead of the game. Sasa [Lukic] will be involved...

Impact Lukic missed three matches in a row with the knee injury but is now expected to return. The midfielder started and played every minute in three matches before picking up the injury and should be a major part of the first team immediately if deemed fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option for weekend Lukic (knee) is back in training but will miss Wednesday's Cup match against Norwich City, according to manager Marco Silva.

Impact Lukic has been out since before the international break with a knee injury, but he's back in training and edging closer to a return. While he started the first three matches of the season, his spot in the side is far from guaranteed, as Joao Palhinha remains an option and Harrison Reed might be the preferred midfielder.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Palace Lukic (knee) is an option for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Lukic could see the field for the first time in two matches after recovering from a knee injury. His status for Saturday is still not confirmed, but there is a decent chance he will be a part of the team sheet heading into the match. The midfielder was a starter through the first three matches of the season and could return to that role against Palace, but if he is left on the bench, then expect Harrison Reed to start.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Lukic (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's clash with Luton, according to manager Marco Silva."Alex Iwobi will be involved in the squad. (SaA?a) Lukic is going to be still out. Tom...

Impact Lukic isn't ready to return from an undisclosed injury issue that he picked up before the international break. Harrison Reed is the top option to come into the first team for Saturday's clash with Luton. Lukic's next chance to return is a Sept. 23 trip to Crystal Palace.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Lukic (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's trip to Manchester City, according to manager Marco Silva.

Impact Lukic will be out with a knock he picked up against Arsenal. The midfielder has started all three matches to open the Premier League though Harrison Reed could take over in the starting XI with Lukic on the sideline.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game in start Lukic made a block in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Arsenal.

Impact Lukic has now started Fulham's last two games alongside Harrison Reed in defensive midfield, his first league starts since joining the club from Torino in January. Joao Palhinha is likely to take back over from him next weekend when he returns from a suspension.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fulham confirm signing of Sasa Lukic from Torino Fulham confirm the signing of Sasa Lukic from Torino on a permanent transfer.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Peter Rutzler: Sasa Lukic is at Motspur Park to finalise his... - The Athletic Sasa Lukic is at Motspur Park to finalise his £8million from Torino. Will become #FFC's first signing of the window. Excellent addition in m...

JANUARY 31, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Transfers to Fulham Lukic completed a move to Fulham, signing a four-and-a-half-year deal, from Torino on Tuesday.

Impact Lukic had featured prominently for Torino this season, starting 13 of his 16 appearances in which he recorded two goals on 16 shots (four on target), 25 crosses (six accurate) and four corners. With his move to the Premier League, Lukic should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI, though he'd likely have to supplant Harrison Reed in the midfield.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be bench option versus Empoli Lukic (thigh) "resumed training fully Thursday and will be on the bench versus Empoli," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Lukic has shaken off his injury pretty quickly, but he won't start right away, so either Michel Adopo or Karol Linetty will partner Samuele Ricci in this one. He has tallied four shots (one on target), two chances created, five crosses (zero accurate), and three tackles (two won) in the last three games.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fulham explore move for Torino midfielder Lukic Fulham are exploring the possibility of signing Torino midfielder Sasa Lukic. Marco Silva is keen to add another central midfielder to his s...

JANUARY 25, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Diagnosed with minor injury Lukic suffered a right thigh pull in the Spezia match, Torino announced.

Impact Lukic will miss two-to-three weeks, but the injury isn't super serious as initially feared. Samuele Ricci and Karol Linetty will see most of the minutes at the position while he's out.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt in Spezia game Lukic left Sunday's 0-1 loss to Spezia at halftime after winning one tackle, sending in one inaccurate cross, and drawing one foul due to a muscular injury. "We hope it's not too s...

Impact Lukic didn't have an eventful performance before suffering an injury. He dealt with calf problems in the past, but the area of the new issue is unclear. He's headed for some tests. Karol Linetty would pick up the slack in the short term if he had to miss time.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Brazil Lukic (calf) is in Serbia's starting lineup for Thursday's World Cup opener against Brazil.

Impact Lukic has missed the last few games for club and country due to a calf injury, but he is fit enough to be on the pitch from the start on Thursday in defensive midfield.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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