Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has been ruled out of the upcoming Derby della Capitale against Roma through suspension.
The 27-year-old Serbian midfielder is a vital part of Maurizio Sarri’s squad in the Italian capital, being a focal point of the squad both going forward and defending. Milinkovic-Savic has scored five goals and provided seven assists across 17 appearances this season, continuing to shine despite the endless transfer market noise.
As announced by the Lega Serie A sporting judge, Milinkovic-Savic’s booking against Salernitana has been confirmed, meaning he’ll miss out on the upcoming Derby della Capitale due to a yellow-card suspension.
Losing the Serbian star is a big blow for Sarri and his squad, who’ll also have to do without talismanic striker Ciro Immobile, who is still out with a hamstring injury.
Milinkovic-Savic has played in 14 Rome derbies before, winning five and drawing three. In those games, he’s netted three goals and provided three assists.