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Samuele Ricci - Leaves Sassuolo game early Ricci recorded one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in nine minutes in Monday's match versus Sassuolo before subbing off due to a thigh problem, Gianluca Di Marzio repor...

Impact Ricci got hurt almost right away and is headed for some tests to determine the severity of the problem. Nikola Vlasic came off the bench to substitute for him. Karol Linetty and Gvidas Gineitis would also see an uptick of minutes if he had to miss some more games.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ricardo Rodriguez - Subs off against Sassuolo Rodriguez registered six crosses (three accurate) and four corners before leaving Monday's match versus Sassuolo in the first half due to a thigh injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Rodriguez had an eventful performance taking care of set pieces but couldn't finish the first half due to muscular discomfort. He was replaced by David Zima, who could take over the position if he had to miss time.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vlasic - Comes off the bench in cup game Vlasic (head) was cleared and returned in Thursday's Coppa Italia match versus Frosinone.

Impact Vlasic was forced to sit out the past game due to the concussion protocol, but he resumed training on Monday and featured a few days later. He could replace Gvidas Gineitis or Karol Linetty in the starting lineup for Monday's game versus Sassuolo. He has posted four shots (one on target), three key passes, and five crosses (one accurate) in the last five matches. He's still searching for his first goal contribution of the season.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vanja Milinkovic-Savic - Bounces back in Lecce game Milinkovic-Savic registered six saves and one punch and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic righted the ship after a few sloppy performances and played a key role in blanking the opponents with a few key saves. He has kept two clean sheets in the last five fixtures, making 13 saves and allowing seven goals. Torino will host Sassuolo next Monday.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ricardo Rodriguez - Solid against Lecce Rodriguez registered two crosses (one accurate), four clearances, and two tackles in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Rodriguez wasn't as busy as some of his teammates in the back but was sturdy nonetheless. He has started every game so far. He has logged five tackles, three interceptions, and 11 clearances in the last five tilts, with two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raoul Bellanova - Physical in Lecce contest Bellanova won 11 duels, drew seven fouls, sent in two crosses (one accurate), and created one scoring chance in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Bellanova was very energetic but mostly put up numbers in the peripheral categories. He left a little early because of cramps. He has notched five key passes, 17 crosses (five accurate), and three tackles in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Valentino Lazaro - Leads team in crosses in Lecce game Lazaro registered two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate), four clearances, and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Lazaro got busy offensively once again and imposed his will on the flank. He has recorded seven chances created, 21 crosses (five accurate), and six clearances in the last five games.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yann Karamoh - Unused versus Lecce Karamoh (thigh) didn't play in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Karamoh made the squad after a one-game absence but didn't get minutes. He has started just once this season and has been an unused sub four times. In addition, the coach hasn't always used a scheme with two no.10s like in the past, where he'd have better chances of featuring.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Duvan Zapata - Wins one tackle versus Lecce Zapata (thigh) had one successful duel and won one tackle and three duels in Saturday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Zapata returned from a brief absence but logged just 26 minutes and didn't make an impact. He could star regularly next to Antonio Sanabria if they decide to use two strikers more frequently, and he was regularly playing over the teammate as the lone center-forward before the injury.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Tameze - Comes in late against Lecce Tameze (thigh) recorded one interception and one successful duel in eight minutes in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Tameze didn't need to miss time due to a small muscular injury but played very little in this one. He'll look to recuperate fully ahead of the next game, where he could replace either Mergim Vojvoda or Gvidas Gineitis in the XI.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Samuele Ricci - Dishes assist against Lecce Ricci won three of four tackles and assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Ricci was credited with an assist for setting up a tap-in by Alessandro Buongiorno with a scuffed shot. He did a little bit of everything as usual. He's up to two assists now. He has tallied seven shots (one on target), ten crosses (zero accurate), and 12 tackles in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Buongiorno - Decides Lecce game Buongiorno (thigh) won four of five tackles and 12 duels, had six clerances, and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Buongiorno was his usual self in his return from injury and bagged the lone goal of the game with a thunderous finish from close range after lingering in the box following a set piece. He has scored twice this season. He has recorded 14 tackles, 11 interceptions, and 28 clearances in seven appearances, contributing to four clean sheets.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Buongiorno - Starting in return from injury Buongiorno is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Lecce.

Impact Buongiorno returns from a thigh injury which has kept him out of Torino's past three matches. The defender had started every match in Serie A prior to the injury and retakes his role in the XI Saturday.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Tameze - Good to go Saturday Tameze (thigh) has been called up for Saturday's match versus Lecce.

Impact Tameze passed a late fitness test and should be a bench option as anticipated by the coach. He's more needed in the back than in his natural role in the midfield at the moment. He has posted four tackles, seven interceptions, and three clearances in the last five games.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Duvan Zapata - Called up for Lecce tilt Zapata (thigh) has been selected for Saturday's clash with Lecce.

Impact Zapata looked good enough in the final practice and could make an appearance off the bench. He has scored once and logged ten shots (five on target), five key passes, and four crosses (two accurate) in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yann Karamoh - Good to go for Lecce tilt Karamoh (thigh) "is available for Saturday's game versus Lecce after a minor muscular problem," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Karamoh was a late scratch for the Inter clash but has been able to recuperate in a hurry. He'll be in contention to start considering Nikola Vlasic's absence. He has made the XI just once so far, tallying four inaccurate crosses, one tackle, and one shot in five appearances.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vlasic - Ruled out for Lecce game Vlasic (head) will miss Saturday's match versus Lecce, coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Vlasic passed out after the final whistle last week and has to avoid blows to the head for a week. He'll take more tests and could be cleared on Monday. Nemanja Radonjic or Yann Karamoh could replace him Saturday.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Duvan Zapata - Late call for Lecce game Zapata (thigh) "hasn't practiced fully so far, but if he does so Friday, he could come to the bench," coach Ivan Juric relayed.

Impact Zapata sat out the last match with a minor thigh problem and has some chances to return versus Lecce, although he'll at most get limited minutes, if any.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Tameze - Questionable for Lecce game Tameze "won't start Saturday, as it'd be a risk due to a thigh problem. If he practices Friday, he could be an emergency option versus Lecce," coach Ivan Juric informed.

Impact Tameze was laboring near the end of the past game and, while he avoided an injury, he'll be managed in this one and isn't a lock to make the squad list. He has been playing as a defender later. Saba Sazonovic, Alessandro Buongiorno, and Ricardo Rodriguez should play in the position Saturday.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Buongiorno - Will return versus Lecce Buongiorno (thigh) "has practiced for the entire week and is available," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Buogniorno will most likely be back in the Xi considering the coach's words and Perr Schuurs' injury. He has recorded nine tackles, 11 interceptions, and 22 clerances in six appearances, contributing to three clean sheets.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Perr Schuurs - Suffers massive knee injury Schuurs has been diagnosed with a torn ACL in his left knee and will soon undergo surgery, Torino announced.

Impact Schuurs is headed for an extended rehab and will likely miss the remainder of the season. Torino could address the void in January. In the meantime, Saba Sazonov, David Zima, and Adrien Tameze will play next to Alessandro Buongiorno (thigh) and Ricardo Rodriguez in the back.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE