Team News: Genoa hampered by injuries ahead of Lazio clash

Genoa defender Nicolas Burdisso is included in Gian Piero Gasperini's squad for tonight's Serie A match against Lazio after the Argentine was initially feared out due to injury concerns.

The Rossoblu must make do without Sime Vrsaljko, Luca Antonini, Juraj Kucka and Francesco Matuzalem due to injuries, while Sebastian De Maio is suspended.

Goalkeeper Albano Bizzarri, 36, makes his debut for the home side tonight.

Lazio coach Edy Reja will not be able to count on veteran striker Miroslav Klose, as he is out after having flown to Germany to see a specialist regarding his back problems.

Federico Marchetti and Lucas Biglia are both out due to injury as well.

Genoa: Bizzarri, Sculli, Gilardino, Antonelli, Cofie, Marchese, Motta, De Ceglie, Sturaro, Portanova, Bertolacci

Lazio: Berisha, Konko, Biava, Novaretti, Radu, Gonzalez, Ledesma, Onazi, Candreva, Mauri, Keita