Florentino
IPS
Center Midfielder
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Aug 19, 1999 (27)
Right
6'0"
163 lb
Starts again
Luis generated three tackles (one won), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Manchester City.
Analysis: Luis was back in the starting XI after a starting role in their last contest, his only two starts of the season. He would be handed a more defensive role once again, notching an interception, two clearances and three tackles. This would lead to little time on the ball, only attempting 19 passes (16 completed).
Not available for opener
Luis is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Sunderland.
Analysis: Despite optimism from Gary O'Neil that Luis was fit and would be involved, he has been left out of the squad after missing the last friendly. He had been expected to start after being cleared of his injury, but the reason for his absence is not yet known and could be precautionary. His next realistic chance to feature will be Sunday's match against Manchester United.
Available vs. Sunderland
Luis (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's game against Sunderland, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "Luis [is] fine and will be involved."
Analysis: Luis wasn't in the squad for Ipswich's final friendly against Union Berlin on Aug. 15, but the central midfielder isn't dealing with any injury and will be an option for Saturday's clash against the Black Cats. With Azor Matusiwa (undisclosed) and Jack Taylor (knee) out, Luis could find himself in the starting lineup for this EPL opener.
Assists for draw
Florentino Luis assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Liverpool.
Analysis: Luis created a single chance, but that chance proved to be crucial as Marcus Edwards found the back of the net. Luis is a defensively-minded midfielder, so this isn't likely the start of a major goal-contributing run. Still it's a nice boon in a tough trip to Anfield against a stingy Liverpool side.
First Burnley goal contribution
Florentino Luis assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Leeds United.
Analysis: Florentino Luis's pass setup the space for the second Burnley goal as they outlasted Leeds United in a 2-0 home victory. The holding midfielder also contributed three tackles (two won), five clearances, two interceptions and one block to the team's clean sheet effort. Luis has started and played the full 90 minutes in each of Burnley last four Premier League fixtures.
Signs with Burnley on loan
Luis has been loaned to Burnley from Benfica, according to his new club.
Analysis: Luis is seeing a major move in his career as he joins the Premier League on loan for a season, heading to Turf Moor with Burnley. The 26-year-old has plenty of experience, serving in UCL and Europa League while holding a starting spot with Benfica for a few seasons now, a workhorse in the midfield during his career. He will likely push for starting time with Burnley soon after joining and will hope to make a good impression, as the club does hold the option to make the deal permanent.
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