There are more problems for Petkovic to deal with after it was confirmed that Lazio will very likely have to do without Miroslav Klose against Napoli.
Despite being rested for the frustrating 1-1 away draw at Sampdoria due to a shoulder injury, tests revealed that he may be out for longer than expected.
The Biancocelesti host high flyers Napoli on 2nd December at the Olimpico and Petkovic will likely opt to start with Floccari in the centre of attack, flanked by Candreva and Perea.
According to Lalaziosiamonoi, the influential German will undergo further tests later this week in the hope that he makes a speedy recovery.