LORENZO PELLEGRINI NEWS

Poised to play versus Napoli Pellegrini (thigh) has practiced regularly for most of the break and is likely to start against Napoli, Goal relayed.

Impact Pellegrini skipped international duties but avoided substantial injuries and should be in the XI on Sunday, either as a no.10 or as a box-to-box midfielder. He has assisted once and added seven shots (two on target), seven key passes and 12 crosses (five accurate) in his last five showings.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Bologna match Pellegrini is unavailable for Sunday's game versus Bologna due to a flexor injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Pellegrini isn't 100 percent due to a thigh ailment and will be spared altogether to avoid risks. Niccolo Pisilli is taking his place in the XI, while Tommaso Baldanzi is the top deputy in the role since Paulo Dybala (thigh) is also on the mend.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Draws one foul against Torino Pellegrini (foot) had one cross (zero accurate), committed two fouls, drew one and was booked in 25 minutes in Thursday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Pellegrini managed to get some minutes despite a late minor injury but didn't have an impact on the game. He should start over Tommaso Baldanzi or Niccolo Pisilli if in better shape for Sunday's away game against Verona. He has recorded eight shots (three on target), five key passes and 13 crosses (three accurate) in the last five fixtures.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Thursday Pellegrini (foot) is a substitute option for Thursday's match versus Torino.

Impact Pellegrini recovered enough to be available but not to start. Niccolo Pisilli is taking his place in the formation. It remains to be seen whether he'll be able to contribute in any capacity.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Might not feature versus Torino Pellegrini is in danger of sitting out Thursday's game against Torino due to a foot bruise, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Pellegrini made the initial squad list but is on the wrong side of questionable. Niccolo Pisilli could enter the XI and play as an attacking midfielder if he's unable to go.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Inter game Pellegrini created two scoring chances and generated two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Pellegrini has looked healthy and has been a steady contributor on offense for a few consecutive games but has lacked the end product, wasting a few opportunities from good spots. He has recorded one assist, 13 shots (three on target), seven key passes and 14 crosses (four accurate) in the last four matches.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Active as usual against Monza Pellegrini created done scoring chance and recorded three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.

Impact Pellegrini contributed across the board on offense while taking on a bigger role with Paulo Dybala (thigh) on the mend but didn't have a particularly brilliant display. He has assisted once and added 11 shots (two on target), five key passes end eight crosses (two accurate) in the last three matches.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from corner Pellegrini assisted once to go with five shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Venezia.

Impact Pellegrini provided the service Sunday from the corner that setup Roma's game-winning second half goal. He led the attack with five shots (one on target) and created four chances. The assist was his first of the season over six appearances (five starts). Over his last three appearances (two starts) Pellegrini has created eight chances.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start Pellegrini (knee) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Verona.

Impact Pellegrini is good to go after missing mid week action in the Europa League due to a knee injury. The midfielder has recovered to start his second straight Serie A match having yet to score or assist this season.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Might be option against Venezia Pellegrini (knee) "will practice with the group Saturday after working on the side for a few days and is trending toward being available for the Venezia tilt," coach Ivan Juric ann...

Impact Pellegrini has partially recuperated after being shelved midweek and is likely to make the squad in this one, but the boss might prefer leaning on healthier players, like Tommaso Baldanzi or Stephan El Shaarawy, from the start. He has notched eight shots (two on target), two key passes and 12 crosses (five accurate) in five fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Athletic game Pellegrini "won't be available on Thursday. He already played through a knee issue in the previous game. It flared up again, and he worked on the side. We hope he'll be ready for t...

Impact Pellegrini will be rested midweek and will try to recuperate for the Venezia tilt on Sunday. Stephan El Shaarawy and Angelino might play in more offensive roles sans him, with Mario Hermoso entering the XI. Matias Soule is also a candidate for the position.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Relatively quiet versus Udinese Pellegrini had two key passes and generated one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Udinese.

Impact Pellegrini played through a knee ailment and wasn't particularly explosive. He received some medical attention before leaving, but the coach stated he was fine after the game. He'll likely have to be managed with the start of the Europa League's group stage. He has tallied eight shots (two on target), eight chances created and 12 crosses (five accurate) in five appearances.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Genoa Pellegrini (thigh) generated two crosses (two accurate), two key passes, one clearance and one corner in 28 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Genoa.

Impact Pellegrini was managed due to an ailment, and also picked up a heavy knock late in the game, but put up decent numbers relative to his time on the pitch. He'll start over Niccolo Pisilli if he's 100 percent in the next round. He has posted seven shots (two on target), six key passes and 11 crosses (five accurate) in four appearances.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Genoa Pellegrini (thigh) will be with the team for Sunday's game against Genoa despite not being 100 percent, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Pellegrini has mostly been limited in training after getting hurt with Italy but hasn't been ruled out altogether and is expected to begin on the bench and potentially provide his contribution if needed.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers minor injury Pellegrini will report to Roma early due to thigh tightness, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Pellegrini wouldn't have been available for the second Italy game on the schedule and will be evaluated by his team ahead of Sunday's away game versus Roma. Nicola Zalewski, Tommaso Baldanzi, and Enzo Le Fee could benefit if he was limited.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Crosses three times Pellegrini took four shots (one on goal), crossed three times (one accurate) and created a chance during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Pellegrini was held off the scoresheet finishing the match with the second most shots for Roma. Pellegrini has played every minute through the opening two matches of the season combining for six shots and four chances created.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good against Croatia Pellegrini registered two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate), one clearnce and two corners in Monday's 1-1 draw against Croatia.

Impact Pellegrini did a little bit of everything on offense but was yanked at halftime to make room for Davide Frattesi. He has recorded one assist, six shots (one on target), four key passes and five crosses (three accurate).

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Croatia Pellegrini assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Albania.

Impact Pellegrini starred in a rather offensive role, was rather active in the final third and teed up Alessandro Bastoni with an accurate corner kick on Italy's equalizer. He'll compete with Davide Frattesi if his coach prefers more cagey formations against tougher opponents.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Drills PK in Atalanta game Pellegrini scored one goal to go with three shots (three on target), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Atalanta.

Impact Pellegrini was the driving force of the offense without Paulo Dybala and made no mistake from the spot, ending a nine-game scoring slump. He has reached the double-digit threshold in scoring. He has totaled 12 shots (five on target), six key passes and 15 crosses (four accurate) in the last five games.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dynamic against Juventus Pellegrini created three scoring chances and recorded three shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Pellegrini led the charge especially after Paulo Dybala (thigh) subbed off, pacing his side in deliveries and key passes. He didn't break through, though. He has no goal contributions in his last five matches despite his production. He has logged 11 shots (one on target), five key passes and 14 crosses (three accurate) in the last five games.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots versus Udinese Pellegrini had three shots (zero on goal), one tackle (one won), one interception and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 2-1 win against Udinese.

Impact Pellegrini wasn't as impactful as in other instances but still provided his contribution up front, He hasn't scored in five appearances, where he has tallied nine shots (one on target), five key passes and 11 crosses (three accurate).

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to deliver the cross Pellegrini had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 defeat to Bologna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 33rd min...

Impact Pellegrini sent at least two crosses for his fifth consecutive outing in league play, totaling 17 crosses and nine accurate crosses in that span. This also marked his third straight league game with at least one chance created, however he only has three assists in 23 appearances on the season. On the defensive side, Pellegrini has logged at least one tackle won and one interception in each of his last three league matches.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Serves disqualification Pellegrini completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Lecce.

Impact Pellegrini will return to the XI against Lazio on Saturday, likely substituting for Edoardo Bove. He has scored twice in his last five matches, adding seven shots (four on target), seven key passes and 16 crosses (seven accurate).

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Sassuolo Pellegrini created three chances, had seven crosses (five accurate) and one shot on target and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 1-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Pellegrini decided the game with a pretty effort from outside the box in the bottom corner but will have to sit out the next contest versus Lecce after the break due to yellow card accumulation. Houssem Aouar or Edoardo Bove will replace him in the midfield.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target in Monza fixture Pellegrini scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Monza.

Impact Pellegrini kept up his good form with a quality goal, duping a defender with a tremendous first touch and firing it home just beyond the reach of the goalie. He has scored and assisted twice in in the last six tilts, adding eight shots (three on target) and six chances created.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE