Roma have been dealt a blow as their captain and midfield maestro Lorenzo Pellegrini has suffered a muscle injury while on international duty with Italy. The extent of the injury was revealed through an MRI scan, and the player’s condition will be further evaluated in the coming hours. Pellegrini had started in Italy’s Nations League match against France but was substituted at halftime.
Calciomercato report that while initial reports from the Italian national team camp in Coverciano suggest that the injury may not be severe, Pellegrini is doubtful for Italy’s upcoming match against Israel and potentially for Roma’s next fixtures. The midfielder is expected to return to Italy today for more comprehensive medical examinations.
Roma are hopeful that Pellegrini’s early withdrawal from the match has prevented a more serious injury. However, details about his condition and recovery timeline remain unclear. The Giallorossi are set to face Genoa in their fourth Serie A match of the season, and Pellegrini’s availability for this game is now in question.
In Pellegrini’s potential absence, Italy may turn to Raspadori, who impressed against France, for their second Nations League fixture. For Roma, replacing Pellegrini is a more challenging task given his central role in the team. Manager Daniele De Rossi may need to consider alternative options if Pellegrini’s absence is prolonged.
In Roma’s potential 3-5-2 formation, new signing Koné, who performed well in Paris, could be tested in midfield. This might allow Cristante to be pushed into a more advanced role, or it could provide an opportunity for summer signing Le Fée, who has had a quiet start to his Roma career, to step up and prove his worth.
