Lazio Receive Double Injury Boost Ahead of Atalanta Clash | OneFootball

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri could recover the services of two key players in Mattia Zaccagni and Adam Marusic ahead of Sunday’s contest against Atalanta.

Mattia Zaccagni & Adam Marusic Pushing for Spots in Atalanta vs Lazio

According to Il Messaggero, the two players worked with the group on Thursday, so they’re now expected to receive call-ups for the trip to Bergamo. This is certainly a major boost for the Biancocelesti, who have been struggling with injuries since the start of the season.

Zaccagni Makes a Swift Recovery

Zaccagni had picked up a knock a couple of weeks ago while preparing for the clash against Torino. This cost him a spot in Gennaro Gattuso’s Italian national team. Luckily for the Lazio captain, his injury was rather slight, so he has seemingly recovered already and even took part in the tactical work.

Nevertheless, the source expects Sarri to remain cautious on this front to avoid a relapse. Hence, Toma Basic remains the favorite to start on the left side in a potential 4-2-3-1 formation (that can switch to a 4-3-3), while the skipper could come in the second half.

Adam Marusic is an Option for Two Roles

As for Marusic, his return will provide some much-needed depth in the full-back department. Like Zaccagni, the Montenegrin isn’t expected to start, as Sarri will likely choose between Elseid Hysaj and Manuel Lazzari on the right side.

Nuno Tavares Still in Line to Start Against Atalanta

Marusic could be an option on the left flank, especially with Luca Pellegrini still unavailable due to the injury he suffered in Genoa. That being said, Nuno Tavares remains the favorite for the left-back role, despite his defensive blunders against Roma and Torino.