LORENZO PELLEGRINI NEWS

Scores in start Pellegrini scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 win against Udinese. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact The midfielder returned to the starting lineup and rewarded his manager with a goal in a 2-0 win. Pellegrini has a good chance to score in two weeks against Cremonese, a side which has conceded 13 times in 11 Serie A matches.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli's goal drought continues with 2-0 loss to Bologna in Serie A, Inter and Roma move top

Napoli is struggling to find goals without Kevin De Bruyne

NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Productive off bench Sunday Pellegrini registered three shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Pellegrini subbed onto the pitch shortly after halftime and he made an impact on the match. With his side desperate for an equalizer, he took three shots, created one chance, recorded six crosses and took three corners in just 39 minutes of action. He was unable to help find that equalizer, but it was still one of his most productive performances of the season.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots on target in win Pellegrini recorded three shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Sassuolo.

Impact Pellegrini played as a sub for the second time in three appearances. He set a season high with his three shots in the match, trying his season high of two on target. On the other hand, this marked the first time in seven appearances on the year that he failed to account for a chance created.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise in Verona game Pellegrini drew four fouls, created one scoring chance and recorded eight crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-0 win over Verona.

Impact Pellegrini paced his team in deliveries and recorded a new season high, but his touch wasn't on point. He's getting an extended look, splitting time with Stephan El Shaarawy, with Paulo Dybala (thigh) on the mend. He has created at least one chance and launched multiple crosses, totaling four and 12 (three accurate), respectively, scoring and assisting once and posting four shots and nine corners

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Lazio Pellegrini scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and one key pass in Sunday's 1-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Pellegrini was tasked with replacing Paulo Dybala (thigh) in his first appearance of the season and decided the derby with a precise effort from inside the box following a costly turnover by the opponents. The good showing will likely keep him involved at least until the teammate returns. He posted two goals, one assist, 42 shots (14 on target) and 27 chances created in 25 Serie A games (20 starts) last year.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Inter bounces back from consecutive losses in Serie A with 2-1 win over Sassuolo

Inter Milan has bounced back from consecutive losses in Serie A with a 2-1 win over Sassuolo

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Lazio 0-1 Roma: Belahyane and Guendouzi see red in feisty Derby della Capitale Just a single goal was enough to decide the 163rd Derby della Capitale, with Lorenzo Pellegrini the hero for Roma against Lazio.

SEPTEMBER 21 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Homegrown Pellegrini scores derby winner after being stripped of Roma's captaincy

Stripped of the captaincy

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Playing Rome derby in lunchtime heat due to violence worries is 'a loss for soccer,' Sarri says

Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri says playing the Rome derby during the lunchtime heat to discourage fan violence after the previous match was likened to ‘urban warfare’ is “a loss for s...

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Unused in Pisa fixture Pellegrini (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Saturday's 1-0 win over Pisa.

Impact Pellegrini was available after missing the opener, but the coach made different choices and mostly leaned on the starters in the midfield. He's behind Manu Kone, Bryan Cristante, Neil El Aynaoui and Stephan El Shaarawy for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Pisa Pellegrini (thigh) "has completed his recovery and trained with the team. He'll be an option against Pisa, then we'll see whether he'll stay given his contractual situation," coach...

Impact Pellegrini will return to the squad after missing a few months due to a thigh injury and will provide depth in a pair of midfield roles. He's far from guaranteed to get minutes. He notched three goals, one assist, 60 shots (17 on target) and 36 chances created in 32 games (25 starts) in 2024/2025.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to rehab Pellegrini (thigh) doesn't have a firm timetable for his return, Radio Radio relayed.

Impact Pellegrini had surgery due to a tendon tear in his thigh back in May and hasn't been able to make a full recovery during the summer. He'll sit out at least the first two matches of the season and will be re-assessed during the break. His name has also popped up on the rumor mill since he has just a year on his contract and doesn't seem central in the plans of Roma's new coach.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Pellegrini went under the knife to repair a torn tendon in his right thigh, Roma announced.

Impact Pellegrini could need up to three months to complete his rehab, which could impact his availability for the start of the next campaign, Corriere dello Sport informs. His future will be a topic of conversation in the summer since his contract is up in 2026, and he was demoted this season.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss final games Pellegrini won't be available for the last three fixtures due to a serious thigh injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Pellegrini will take further tests but is suspected to have damaged the biceps femoris tendon, which would sideline him for multiple months and possibly require surgery. He closes his campaign with 32 appearances (25 starts), scoring once, assisting twice and notching 60 shots (15 on target) and 36 chances created. His role wasn't as prominent as in past years. Niccolo Pisilli, Leandro Paredes and Tommaso Baldanzi will replace him down the stretch.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots in Inter game Pellegrini drew two fouls and had three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Inter Milan.

Impact Pellegrini got the call over Leandro Paredes in a pretty aggressive midfield and led his team in attempts, although he wasn't very clutch. He has either started or not played at all in the last five matches, always putting up at least one per each key offensive category when called upon, registering five shots (two on target), five chances crated and six crosses (three accurate).

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Pedestrian versus Lazio Pellegrini recorded one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate), one key pass and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Impact Pellegrini got the call after not featuring in the previous game but only put up a small amount of stats across the board offensively and wasn't a big factor. He'll compete with Bryan Cristante, Tommaso Baldanzi and Eldor Shomurodov the rest of the way, depending on how aggressive the coach wishes to be. He has notched six shots (two on target), four key passes, seven crosses (two accurate) and nine corners in his last five appearances. He has been an unused sub thrice in the last six matches.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in three crosses versus Lecce Pellegrini (illness) had two key passes, three crosses (one accurate), two tackles (one won) and three clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Pellegrini got the nod after dealing with the flu before the break and, while he wasn't too impactful in the final third, he put together a well-rounded display. He should have a larger load without Paulo Dybala (thigh). He has tallied nine shots (two on target), four chances created, six crosses (two accurate) and 10 corners in his last five displays.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Lecce Pellegrini (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Roma.

Impact Pellegrini was expected to be an option and is Saturday, immediately seeing a spot in the starting XI. This ends a one-game absence and will likely continue seeing the start moving forward, starting in 22 of his 29 appearances this campaign.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Pellegrini (illness) returned to full training a few days after missing the Cagliari match, TeleRadioStereo reports.

Impact Pellegrini was a late scratch for the Cagliari match, but his bout with the flu was short-lived. He might have an increased role with Paulo Dybala out for the rest of the season. He has recorded 11 shots (three on target), four key passes, eight crosses (four accurate) and 10 corners in his last five showings.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Pellegrini (illness) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Pellegrini misses out on Sunday's match after coming down with an illness in the buildup. The midfielder is replaced in the starting XI by Tommasso Baldanzi.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Cagliari game Pellegrini is in doubt for Sunday's tilt versus Cagliari due to an illness, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Pellegrini fell ill overnight and will be assessed in the few hours left before kick-off. He might be held out altogether or at least drop out of the XI. Niccolo Pisilli and Stephan El Shaarawy would eventually be the next men up.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE