Lazio Midfielder Nicolò Rovella to Undergo Sports Hernia Surgery Next Week

Overview

• According to Sky Sport Italia, Rovella accepted surgery after renewed pain during intensified work and disappointing assessments at Formello.
• The procedure is expected next week, with a typical six-week recovery that leaves his return projected for early 2026.
• Lazio are set to rely on Danilo Cataldi in the regista role in Rovella’s absence.
• Football Italia reports the club could adjust their Serie A list temporarily, with Fisayo Dele-Bashiru a candidate to be reinstated in place of Rovella.
• Yahoo Sports notes local reporting that Lazio may explore January cover for the position given the uncertainty around the recovery timeline.