Verona suffered a serious injury blow immediately after the draw against Pisa. Coach Marco Baroni found himself having to remove two key players from his group: full-back Davide DeBattisti and Slovakian midfielder TomasSuslov. According to the club's medical bulletin, DeBattisti suffered a sprained injury to his left knee during the match on Sunday 25 October, while Suslov suffered a medium-grade injury to his right hamstring.
Suslov, already struggling physically this season, has missed four out of eight games played. After a brief rehabilitation and a return against the Tuscans, the midfielder stopped again, forcing the management to foresee a recovery period of around a month and a half. The club stated that the duration of recovery will depend on the clinical evolution of the two players.
Full-back DeBattisti, who was sent off in the 22nd minute of the same match, suffered a sprained injury to his left knee. Coach Baroni expressed concern at the loss of two key defenders, but underlined the importance of respecting recovery times to avoid long-term complications.
With these absences, Verona will have to reorganize their lineup for the next few weeks. The club has already started replacement work, trying to mitigate the impact on the defensive department and midfield. The next match will be crucial to verify the solidity of the team without the two injured players.
The club called on fans to support the team during this delicate period, highlighting the need for patience and trust towards the recovery process. The management is committed to keeping the players healthy and ensuring a prompt return once physical conditions allow it.