Torino’s head coach Paolo Vanoli has been dealt a significant setback as two key players, Ivan Ilic and Borna Sosa, have been sidelined due to injuries. This news comes as another blow to the team, following the recent injury to striker Duvan Zapata.
The club released an official statement detailing the extent of the injuries. Ivan Ilic has been diagnosed with a focal lesion in the tendon of his left biceps femoris. This type of injury typically requires a period of rest and rehabilitation, potentially keeping the midfielder out of action for several weeks.
Croatian fullback Borna Sosa’s situation appears to be even more serious. Medical examinations revealed a second-degree myotendinous lesion in his left vastus medialis muscle. Such injuries often require a longer recovery period, which could see Sosa missing a significant portion of the upcoming fixtures.
These injuries come at a crucial time for Torino, as the team is looking to improve its position in the Serie A table. The absence of Ilic and Sosa will force Vanoli to reshuffle his lineup and potentially alter his tactical approach in the coming matches.
The timing is particularly unfortunate as Torino is still adapting to the loss of Zapata, who has been a key figure in their attack. Now, with two more first-team regulars on the sidelines, Vanoli faces a challenging period in managing his squad depth and maintaining the team’s competitiveness.
Torino’s medical staff will be working closely with both players to ensure a swift and complete recovery. Meanwhile, this situation may present opportunities for other squad members to step up and fill the void left by Ilic and Sosa.
