NICOLO ROVELLA NEWS

Unused in opener Rovella (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Lecce.

Impact Rovella made the squad list but didn't feature, as Danilo Cataldi played almost the whole game, and they opted to replace him with a striker to be more offensive late in the game. He was sidelined for a couple of weeks due to a thigh strain, which had a negative impact on his preseason preparation.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Lecce game Rovella (thigh) "lacks conditioning but has been training fully since joining," coach Maurizio Sarri informed.

Impact Rovella suffered a thigh strain in late July and has recovered, although he might need time to improve his form before being a full-time starter. Danilo Cataldi will likely play over him in the early going.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Lazio Rovella has joined Lazio on a two-year loan with an obligation to buy, Juventus announced.

Impact Rovella was initially expected to stay put, but the coach made different choices during the summer, and Lazio swooped in with an offer. He'll try to unseat Danilo Cataldi as the anchor of the midfield. He'll have to be assessed ahead of the opener since he's dealing with a thigh issue. He posted one goal, two assists, 22 key passes, and 45 tackles in 25 appearances with Monza last season.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh problem Rovella will be sidelined for a couple of weeks because of a thigh injury, SportMediaset reports.

Impact Rovella was sent home early from a trip to the United States because he got hurt in practice. He'll still be able to be an option for the opener if the recovery doesn't take longer than anticipated.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Juventus Rovella is back at Juventus following a loan spell at Monza and is currently expected to stay put to replace Leandro Paredes.

Impact Rovella had two good seasons in a row after being acquired by Juventus from Genoa and has a better chance of being part of their squad than in the past this time around. He'll begin as one of the primary backups in the midfield if that were the case.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in season finale Rovella assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 5-2 loss against Atalanta. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Rovella recorded an assist in Sunday's season finale as he found Andrea Petagna in the 81st minute to cut the lead to 4-2. It was the only chance he created in the match to go with one off-target shot, one inaccurate cross and one corner in his full 90 minutes of action. He had a fairly slow season in his first season at Monza, as he recorded two assists and scored one goal in his 25 appearances (21 starts).

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal vs. Roma Rovella assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Roma.

Impact Rovella set up Monza's goal late in the first half, as his pinpoint cross into the box found Luca Caldirola, who smashed a volley home on the far post. This was Rovella's first assist of the season, but he doesn't carry a lot of upside as a central midfielder.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Rovella scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Rovella found the back of the net for the first time this season. This was also his first goal involvement as he has failed to record an assist as well. He has played as an orchestrator and also has been successful defensively with 1.7 tackles and 1.6 interceptions per game.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots versus Lazio Rovella (ankle) had four interceptions and one clearance, drew two fouls, and took two off-target shots in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Lazio.

Impact Rovella got the nod and played 59 minutes in his return from injury, doing a little bit of everything. He should be a regular in the midfield going forward. He has logged four shots (two on target), five crosses (zero accurate), 13 tackles (ten won), and ten interceptions in his last five appearances.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Rovella is fit and in the starting Xi for Sunday's match against Lazio.

Impact Rovella returns from an ankle injury in time to take up a role in Monza's starting lineup. The midfielder has yet to score or assist in 15 appearances on loan with the club from Juventus.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Lazio Rovella (ankle) will be an option Sunday against Lazio, coach Raffaele Palladino announced.

Impact Rovella has recovered from an ankle sprain that sidelined him for a month and will be in contention to replace Matteo Pessina. He has notched two shots (two on target), five crosses (zero accurate), 13 tackles (ten won), and six interceptions in his last four appearances.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ankle injury Rovella will miss a moth with a left ankle sprain, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Rovella got hurt during an intrasquad scrimmage and will have to skip three or four games. Stefano Sensi, Jose Machin, and Filippo Ranocchia will pick up the slack in the midfield while he's on the mend.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next game Rovella took two shots (one on target), had three interceptions, won three of four tackles, and had two clearances in Saturday's 0-1 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Rovella had a dynamic showing where he contributed at both ends, but he'll have to sit out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. Stefano Sensi or Jose Machin will replace him in the against Salernitana next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features in Coppa Italia Rovella (undisclosed) made a sub appearance in Thursday's cup tilt versus Juventus.

Impact Rovella was close to coming back for the previous league game and indeed shook off a muscular ailment a few days later. He might not return to the XI right away Sunday versus Sassuolo after a few weeks on the mend, but his availability will impact Samuele Birindelli, Jose Machin, and Filippo Ranocchia's minutes, as they usually move pieces across the formation. He has posted 14 chances created, 14 crosses (five accurate), 17 tackles, and 20 interceptions in ten appearances.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return versus Cremonese Rovella (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's match against Cremonese, Monza announced.

Impact Rovella had a chance to return for this one according to coach Raffaele Palladino, but he will stay on the mend after being assessed in the final practice. Filippo Ranocchia and Jose Machin have gotten more minutes than usual in the last two matches.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Inter clash Rovella (undisclosed) hasn't been called up for Saturday's game versus Inter.

Impact Rovella will miss the second match in a row due to an unspecified minor injury. Filippo Ranocchia replaced him in the midfield in the past game, while Jose Machin came off the bench later on.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Fiorentina game Rovella has been ruled out for Wednesday's match versus Salernitana, but "we are confident he'll recover quickly," coach Raffaele Palladino announced.

Impact Rovella picked up a minor problem in the lead-up to the game and will be re-evaluated ahead of Sunday's clash with Inter. With he and Stefano Sensi shelved, Filippo Ranocchia and Andrea Colpani might crack the XI, while Andrea Barberis and Jose Machin could get minutes off the bench.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins appeal Rovella will be eligible to face Bologna Monday as his suspension has been reduced to one game, the League announced.

Impact Rovella will be available after missing one game following a red card and will likely get the nod over Andrea Barberis in the midfield. He has posted two chances created, three crosses (zero accurate), 15 tackles (ten won) and ten interceptions in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Handed two-game ban Rovella has been suspended for two matches for hitting an opponent in the face with a slap after being pushed, the League announced.

Impact Rovella will be out for the fixtures against Milan and Bologna, barring a successful appeal. Andrea Barberis, Jose Machin and Filippo Ranocchia are the next men up in the role, although they don't have the same fantasy upside.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late against Empoli Rovella won six of seven tackles, created two scoring chances, drew two fouls, and was red-carded in the final minutes of Saturday's 0-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Rovella turned in a good shift where he contributed on both ends, but he was expelled following an altercation with an opponent. He will miss next Saturday's away game versus Milan. Andrea Colpani and Andrea Barberis will be the main candidates to take his place in the midfield.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four interceptions versus Juventus Rovella (undisclosed) won three duels and had three shots (zero on goal), four interceptions, and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Juventus.

Impact Rovella did a little bit of everything in the midfield and picked up stats at both ends. He has tallied three chances created, four off-target shots, six crosses (three accurate), and eight interceptions in three appearances with Monza.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fine for Juventus clash Rovella (undisclosed) has been called up for Sunday's match against Juventus.

Impact Rovella left the past game a little early but didn't suffer any lingering consequences and will be in contention to stay in the XI over the weekend. He has tallied six crosses (three accurate), four interceptions, two clearances, and one chance created in two appearances with Monza.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Juventus clash Rovella (quad) has been named in Genoa's squad list to face Juventus Friday.

Impact Rovella is available after missing six of the last seven fixtures due to a quad injury. He will likely be eased into action, but Genoa have an opening in the midfield since Stefano Sturaro is on the mend. He has tallied three assists, 29 chances, 107 crosses (66 accurate) and 37 tackles in 20 appearances (16 starts).

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out more matches Rovella was diagnosed with a quad pull following the Verona game and will miss at least the next two contests, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Rovella was a late scratch for the previous contest, and his injury is fairly considerable. He has struggled to stay healthy since January on. Stefano Sturaro and Milan Badelj will remain the top choices in the midfield, while Pablo Galdames and Hernani will be the main backups with Rovella on the mend.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Verona game Rovella got banged up during the international break and was omitted from Genoa's squad list to face Verona Monday.

Impact Rovella is dealing with a minor muscular problem and the coaching staff opted to be cautious, Il Secolo XIX informs. He has struggled to find his footing after a lengthy absence in December and January, where Milan Badelj and Stefano Sturaro have started consistently in the midfield. Pablo Galdames and Hernani will have better chances to see minutes off the bench without Rovella.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE