Major Blow for Lazio as Nicolo Rovella Will Undergo Surgery After Failed Alternative Therapy

Lazio midfielder has finally resigned to his fate, admitting that he lost his risky bet by avoiding surgical intervention.

The Background

The 23-year-old has been struggling with a groin problem since the start of the season. The situation became unbearable after the Derby della Capitale defeat against Roma in September, when he barely lasted 45 minutes before leaving the pitch.

Nicolo Rovella Made the Wrong Choice

Having undergone a similar ordeal last season, Lazio captain Mattia Zaccagni advised his younger compatriot to follow in his footsteps and opt for an operation to repair the damage. After vacillating between his two options, Rovella eventually chose alternative therapy. But after almost two months on the sidelines, his condition hasn’t significantly improved.

Lazio & Rovella Dealt Fresh blow

According to several reports in the Italian media, including Il Messaggero, Rovella was tested on the training ground at Formello during the international break, but the results were disappointing. The midfielder initially felt better, but the pain swiftly resurfaced. Therefore, surgery has become inevitable.

When Will Rovella Undergo Surgery

The deep-lying playmaker is thus expected to go under the knife next week, in what will be a major blow for Maurizio Sarri’s side. Not only will the Biancocelesti lose the player’s services until the holiday period, but the last two months have transpired to be an utter waste of time.

Will Lazio Sign a Replacement in January?

Moreover, the club might have to resort to the market to recruit a new Regista in January, as Rovella’s recovery process remains uncertain at this stage, while Danilo Cataldi is Sarri’s only other player he entrusts in this delicate role.