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Returns in friendly Bjakarson (groin) came off the bench in Saturday's scrimmage versus ND Primorje, Venezia informed.

Impact Bjarkason was previously expected to return during the ongoing break, and he respected his timetable, as he told the club's website that he'd been training fully for a week. He'll be an extra option in a few midfield and offensive roles once Serie A resumes. He recorded three goals and one assist in 36 matches in the second division last year.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still distant from coming back Bjarkason (groin) "will hopefully recover in the next break," coach Eusebio Di Francesco relayed.

Impact Bjarkason has been unavailable for every match so far due to a sports hernia and needs another month to be ready. He'll be a depth piece in multiple positions once he's healthy.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes groin surgery Bjarkason will be out for four-to-six weeks after going under the knife to address a bilateral sports hernia, Venezia announced.

Impact Bjarkason had been sidelined throughout the summer and opted for the surgical route to solve the issue for good. He'll return in October. He'll be a depth piece once he's ready to play.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip next two games Bjarkason (undisclosed) "will certainly return after the break," coach Eusebio Di Francesco informed.

Impact Bjarkason will have to sit out two more fixtures with an injury he suffered right before the start of the season. His absence will lead to more minutes for Gaetano Pio Oristanio, Nicholas Pierini and Mikael Egill Ellertsson.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Lazio match Bjarkason (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Sunday's match versus Lazio.

Impact Bjarkason picked up an undisclosed match and will miss at least one match because of his. He projects to be a backup in multiple roles this season.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE