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Questionable for Sassuolo bout Rovella "returned from international duties with an ailment, and we don't know yet whether he will be available Sunday," coach Maurizio Sarri relayed.

Impact Rovella picked up a muscular ailment and is undergoing tests to assess its severity. Danilo Cataldi will likely get the nod, like in the opener, even if the problem turns out to be minor and Rovella manages to be an option.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Verona game Rovella assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and nine key passes in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Verona.

Impact Rovella had a career game as a creator and was especially a threat with his set pieces. He found Taty Castellanos with a corner kick on the third goal for his side. He registered three helpers in 2024/2025. He hadn't put up many stats in the opener.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Provides assist against former club Rovella assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact Rovella assisted Boulaye Dia's goal with a magnificent through ball in the 65th minute that was well timed between the defenders. He had a class outing in the midfield against his former club on both sides of the ball, registering two shots and three chances created while contributing defensively with two tackles and one clearance. He will look to contribute again on Monday against Parma.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles in Roma bout Rovella registered one shot (zero on goal), four tackles, one interception and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Roma.

Impact Rovella made his presence felt in both phases and especially in the back, as he frequently does. He has notched five shots (one on target), three key passes, 13 tackles (four won) and 10 clearances in his last four appearances (all starts).

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Handed two-game UEL suspension Rovella will also miss the first leg of the Round of Eight versus Bodo/Glimt on April 10 since UEFA banned him for two matches for a severe unsportsmanlike foul.

Impact Rovella will have to sit out another continental match at the beginning of next month. Matias Vecino replaced him in the XI against Viktoria Plzen and could do it again in a few weeks.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Handed two-game UEL suspension Rovella will also miss the first leg of the Round of Eight versus Bodo/Glimt on April 10 since UEFA banned him for two matches for a severe unsportsmanlike foul.

Impact Rovella will have to sit out another continental match at the beginning of next month. Matias Vecino replaced him in the XI against Viktoria Plzen and could do it again in a few weeks.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in Europa League Rovella will miss the return leg versus Viktoria Plzen after getting expelled in the 77th minute of the first match.

Impact Rovella received his marching orders for a dangerous high-legged tackle and won't be an option next Thursday. Reda Belahyane or Matias Vecino will replace him in the midfield.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes disqualification Rovella served a one-game suspension in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Venezia.

Impact Rovella will be back into the fold and most likely start versus Milan on Sunday. He has assisted once and posted nine key passes, five crosses (one accurate), six tackles (three won) and four interceptions in his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Venezia game Rovella generated one shot (one on goal) and two interceptions and was booked for the 10th time in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Napoli.

Impact Rovella had a paltry display and will miss a game due to yellow-card accumulation for the second time this season. Reda Belahyane or Fisayo Dele-Bashiru will replace him against Venezia on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists final goal in 5-1 win Rovella assisted once to go with zero corners and four chances created in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Monza.

Impact Rovella picked up his only assist of the last seven matches. He created four chances which was more than any of his other games this season. Four of the games where he has created two or more chances have come in the last seven. He also won his only attempted tackle of the game.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended midweek Rovella will skip Thursday's bout versus Braga due to yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Rovelli won't be involved midweek as he has been cautioned three times already in the competition. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is the only available midfielder since Matteo Guendouzi (undisclosed). The coach will have to adapt a player, for instance Mario Gila or Samuel Gigot.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots on net in loss Rovella (knee) recorded three shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 5...

Impact Rovella tied his season high with three shots and set a new season high with two shots on target. This also marked the second straight game and fourth time in five league outings that he accounted for two chances created. On the other end, this marked his seventh league appearance with at least two interceptions.

JANUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finds scoresheet Rovella assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Atalanta. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.

Impact Rovella assisted the lone goal for Lazio on Saturday for his first assist of the season. He will enter the winter break making 14 Serie A starts in 15 appearances, collecting 46 tackles (30 won), giving him a 65 percent tackles won ratio while also matching his career high in just half a year.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Rovella completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Rovella will be back in the XI over Fisayo Dele-Bashiru against Inter next Monday. He has recorded seven shots (three on target), six key passes, 213 tackles (six won) and seven interceptions in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Napoli clash Rovella had three shots (one on target), two key passes, three tackles (one won) and one interception in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Parma, getting booked for the fifth time this season.

Impact Rovella had a rollercoaster of a game, as he scored a wonder goal in the early going, but it was called back for a foul at the beginning of the action, and then had a blunder that led to Parma's first goal. He'll be unavailable Sunday. If Matias Vecino (thigh) doesn't return, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru will likely move to the midfield, with Boulaye Dia (ankle) or Pedro at no.10.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Cagliari game Rovella (thigh) won two of five tackles and had one off-target shot, one key pass and two blocks in Monday's 2-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Rovella didn't skip a bit despite being sidelined by an ailment in the previous game, logging full minutes and providing his contribution on both ends. He'll get the nod in most matches going forward. He has recorded four crosses (zero accurate), two chances created, 18 tackels (11 win) and five interceptions in his last five showings.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Rovella is back as expected, returning to his normal spot in the starting XI. He has started in nine of his 12 appearances for the club this season and should continue in the starting XI in most matches moving forward.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back against Cagliari Rovella (undisclosed) will return and likely start versus Cagliari, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Rovella avoided big issues after missing the previous game and has been a full go in training in recent days. He'll likely replace Matias Vecino in the midfield. He has assisted once and added two key passes, five crosses (zero accurate) and 17 tackles (nine won) in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury in training Rovella won't be called up for Thursday's game versus Como due to a late muscular problem, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Rovella won't make the trip to be assessed by the medical staff. Matias Vecino or Gaetano Castrovilli will take his place in the midfield.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes defensively in Torino tilt Rovella registered five tackles (three won), one clearance and three interceptions in Sunday's 3-2 win against Torino.

Impact Rovella once again shined in the back but didn't do much in the final third. He has gotten the nod and seen full minutes in four of the last five games, recording 16 tackles (12 won), six interceptions and one key pass.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles in Milan clash Rovella recorded three tackles (three won), one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw against AC Milan.

Impact Rovella worked his way back into the XI after not featuring in the previous match and made his presence felt defensively. He'll compete with Matias Vecina throughout the season, while Danilo Cataldi left the team. He has notched one key pass, four crosses (one accurate) and four tackles in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Inter Rovella assisted once to go with one tackle (one won), one interception and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Rovella drew his first start in months after dealing with a sports hernia and had a nice two-way display, feeding Daichi Kamada before a successful effort from outside the box. It's his second assist in the campaign, with both coming in his last four showings, where he has logged three chances created, one inaccurate cross and four tackles (two won).

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate against Salernitana Rovella assisted once to go with one tackle (one won), two clearances and one chance created in Friday's 4-1 win against Salernitana.

Impact Rovella resumed seeing minutes after a lenghty absence caused by a groin injury and hit Gustav Tang Isaksen in strides ahead of the final goal of the game. He'll look to eat at Matteo Guendouzi (calf), Matias Vecino, Daichi Kamada and Danilo Cataldi's minutes from here on out.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature versus Roma Rovella (groin) didn't play in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Roma.

Impact Rovella was back on the bench after a couple of months, but the game was high-paced and tightly contested until the end. He'll compete for minutes with Matias Vecino, Danilo Cataldi, and Daichi Kamada the rest of the way. He was a linchpin before suffering from sports hernia. He has logged 19 crosses (three accurate), 37 tackels and seven key passes in 18 Serie A appearances (14 starts).

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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