NICOLO ROVELLA NEWS

Available against Torino Rovella will be eligible to play in Friday's home game versus Torino.

Impact Rovella will be back into the fold after a suspension for yellow-card accumulation. He has started just once in the last four games, tallying one shot, two chances, 16 crosses and four tackles. His return could impact the minutes of Nadiem Amiri and Filippo Melegoni.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs seven crosses as substitute Rovella had seven crosses, one interception, two tackles, one foul and was fouled twice in the 0-0 draw with Empoli on Sunday. He also picked up his fifth yellow card of the season...

Impact Rovella subbed on in the 63rd minute to try and give his side some fresh offensive legs. The midfielder's playing time has been inconsistent, but when he does play, he is always good for several crosses. He will miss Sunday's away game versus Atalanta, like teammate Stefano Sturaro, therefore Genoa will be short-handed in the midfield. One among Nadiem Amiri, Hernani and Morten Frendrup will likely draw the start.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return as substitute Rovella had five crosses, one tackle, two fouls and sustained one foul in the 1-1 draw with Salernitana on Sunday.

Impact After missing the last three matches with a thigh injury, Rovella returned to play 32 minutes Sunday. The midfielder has already missed eight matches this season, and it remains to be seen if he will play against Venezia.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Salernitana game Rovella (thigh) has been included in Genoa's squad list for Sunday's tilt against Salernitana.

Impact Rovella is back as anticipated by the coach before the previous game. He might be eased into action since he quickly got hurt after returning the last time out. He has logged 16 shots, 27 chances, 91 crosses and 29 tackles in 16 appearances so far.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return versus Roma Rovella has mostly practiced individually during the break, but he should be back next week, coach Alexander Blessin informed.

Impact Rovella will remain sidelined because of a thigh injury that cost him most of the last two months. Stefano Sturaro and Milan Badelj appear in line for another start, with Hernani and newcomer Morten Frendrup as their backups.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Udinese game Rovella will miss Saturday's match versus Udinese due to a minor thigh injury, Genoa informed.

Impact Rovella was pulled from the lineup for the previous game and, while the issue is not believed to be severe, it will force him to sit out the second match in a row. Manolo Portanova, Filippo Melegoni and Pablo Galdames have better chances of seeing decent minutes with Rovella sidelined, although only the first one carries some fantasy appeal.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Monday Rovella was a late scratch for Monday's match against Fiorentina because of thigh discomfort. Pablo Galdames replaced him in the starting XI.

Impact Rovella was recently back from a thigh injury and this was set to be his first start since Dec. 1. Unfortunately, it looks like he wasn't ready to return and may have to miss more time. Given this, it's hard to see him returning ahead of the international break with Galdames an option to start, as well as Manolo Portanova or Filippo Melegoni.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Fiorentina Rovella (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Rovella looks to be fully recovered from his injury after going 45 minutes off the bench a week ago. He may not be ready for a full 90 following a month-long absence, but he's still the majority set-piece taker and that figures to give him some decent numbers against Fiorentina.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Fiorentina match Rovella missed the midweek Coppa Italia game versus Milan, but he has been included in the squad list to face Fiorentina Monday.

Impact Rovella might have been managed given the recent return from a significant injury. Manolo Portanova and Filippo Melegoni would be the next men up if he was unable to start. He has posted three assists, 16 shots, 27 chances and 91 crosses in 16 matches.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances against Spezia Rovella subbed into Sunday's match against Spezia at halftime, and he took a shot and created four chances in the 1-0 defeat.

Impact Rovella made his return from a thigh injury that made him miss five Serie A matches, and he was very dangerous going forward in the second half. It wasn't enough to earn a result on Sunday, but he should be fit enough to start against Fiorentina next week.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Spezia match Rovella (thigh) has been named in Genoa's squad list to face Spezia Sunday.

Impact Rovella missed the first game after the break, but he will return soon than anticipated after being out for extended time due to a thigh injury. He could get eased into action at first, but he will eventually reprise his starting role over Manolo Portanova, Filippo Melegoni, and their other options in the midfield. He has logged three assists, 23 chances, 84 crosses and 28 tackles in 15 games so far.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more time Rovella is not expected to return from his thigh injury before the second half of January, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Rovella has missed four matches because of a thigh strain and is poised to sit out a few more. His place in the midfield has mostly been taken by Manolo Portanova and also Hernani and Filippo Melegoni have seen an uptick of playing time.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Rovella pulled the rectus femoris muscle in the right thigh, Genoa announced.

Impact Rovella picked up the issue in the past game and might be sidelined for the remainder of 2021. Valon Behrami, Pablo Galdames and Hernani figure to pick up the slack in the midfield, with a lower ceiling compared to Rovella.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury against Milan Rovella had four interceptions, won two of two tackles and sent in three inaccurate crosses in Wednesday's 0-3 loss to Milan and subbed off due to a muscular problem, coach Andriy...

Impact Rovella has started every game so far and is headed for some tests. The short turnaround surely does not play in his favor, as Genoa will face Juventus away Sunday. The next men up in the midfield are Hernani, Valon Behrami and Filippo Melegoni.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Rovella took three shots (one on target), delivered three crosses (one accurate) and created two chances in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Udinese.

Impact Rovella was busy on both sides of the ball, taking three shots (one on target), creating two chances and made three tackles (winning one). He has three assists this season but hasn't had a goal involvement since October 17. His next opponent is AC Milan on December 1.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Empoli match Rovella swung in four crosses (two accurate), had three interceptions, created one scoring chance and won one tackle in Friday's 2-2 draw with Empoli.

Impact Rovella again amassed most of his offensive output through set pieces and also picked up some stats on the defensive end. He has provided three assists and notched 20 chances created, 72 crosses and 21 tackles in 12 games. Genoa will face Roma at home after the break.

NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in 12 cross in draw Rovella took three shots (one on target), delivered 12 crosses (three accurate) and created six chances in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Venezia.

Impact Rovella was the best player on the pitch leading all player in crosses delivered and chances created. However, his teammates were unable to finish. He has three assists this campaign. His next match is on November 5 against Empoli.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Registers five crosses Rovella recorded five crosses (zero accurate), three corners and two tackles (one won) versus Spezia on Tuesday.

Impact Rovella took all three corners for the club in addition to leading the way in crosses. The midfielder has accounted for 92 percent of the team's corners this season and should continue to serve as the primary option on freekicks moving forward.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers eight crosses against Torino Rovella sent in eight crosses (three accurate), created two scoring chances, won three duels and took one off-target shot in Friday's 2-3 loss to Torino.

Impact Rovella had another solid display in both phases despite the loss. He has been a consistent source of chances and crosses so far in the season. He has recorded three assists, eight shots, 13 chances created and 51 deliveries in nine games. Genoa will face Spezia away Tuesday.

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses in draw Rovella sent in eight crosses (two accurate), providing one assist during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sassuolo.

Impact Rovella has an excellent fantasy floor with his duty on set-pieces, and his creative ability helps him build on that. He has sent in 43 crosses this season, creating 11 chances, as well as a career-best three assists, in just the first eight matches. Rovella has plenty of upside to go with his solid floor moving forward.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers 10 crosses in loss Rovella took two shots (one on target), delivered 10 crosses, created two chances, won one tackle, made one interception and committed one foul in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Salern...

Impact Rovella was not able to make it on the scoresheet Saturday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. The midfielder has now collected two assists in his last five appearances, along with producing four shots, eight chances created and 27 crosses in the same time span.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in draw Rovella provided one assist, created two chances, delivered five crosses, won one tackle, made one interception and committed two fouls in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Hellas Verona.

Impact Rovella had a great offensive outing as he managed to provide one assist to help his side tie the game and racked up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. The midfielder has now collected two assists in six appearances this season, along with producing five shots, seven chances created and 25 crosses in the same time span.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fairly busy against Napoli Rovella sent in four crosses (two accurate), won one of two tackles and four duels and took one off-target shot in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Rovella has had a bigger role this season compared to the previous one and is also taking care of a lot of set pieces, which should allow him to put up consistent numbers. He picked up two assists in the previous campaign. Genoa will face Cagliari away after the break.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four crosses against Inter Rovella took two off-target shots, sent in four crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance and drew three fouls in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.

Impact Rovella was Genoa's most involved midfielder in the final third, but he lacked precision in his attempts and deliveries. He provided two assists in 20 matches last season and appears to be in line for a more consistent role this season. Genoa will host Napoli next Sunday.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Cagliari Rovella took two shots (one on target), created three scoring chances, had five clearances and picked up an assist in Saturday's 1-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Rovella sprung Eldor Shomurodov loose with a timely through ball on the loan goal of the game and also paced his side for crosses and chances. He finishes the year with 16 chances created, 29 crosses, 29 tackles and two assists in 20 appearances (12 starts).

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE