Nicolo Casale - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Sidelined for Inter clash Casale (calf) didn't make Bologna's squad list to face Inter on Saturday.

Impact Casale will end the season on the shelf, sitting out the last six rounds. He has been a regular only in a couple of stretches because of the competition, contributing to three clean sheets in 18 appearances (12 starts), notching 14 tackles, 12 interceptions and 72 clearances. Two among Jhon Lucumi, Torbjorn Heggem and Eivind Helland will start in the back again in this one.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new injury Casale will miss three to four weeks with a left soleus strain in his left calf, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale got hurt again just as he was on track to return from an ankle sprain and faces a tall task to recover before the end of the campaign. Jhon Lucumi, Torbjorn Heggem, Eivind Helland and Martin Vitik will continue to be the options in the back.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Cagliari match Casale (ankle) resumed practicing regularly Wednesday, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale will be back with the squad versus Cagliari after skipping two fixtures, barring a late setback. He'll compete with Torbjorn Heggem, Martin Vitik and Eivind Helland in the back. He has had an inconsistent role throughout the season. He has posted multiple clearances in his last 12 outings (eight starts), totaling 64 and adding 13 tackles (eight won), nine interceptions and six blocks over that span, with two clean sheets.

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Casale rolled his left ankle against Aston Villa and will be re-evaluated in the next few days, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale will miss the upcoming Juventus clash and will take further tests next week to better determine his timetable. He has filled in for John Lucumi and Martin Vitik, who have been suspended in turn, in recent fixtures. Torbjorn Heggem and Ervin Helland are also options in the role.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Posts eight clearances in Lecce bout Casale won one tackle, had eight clearances and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Casale returned to the XI after three fixtures, relieving Martin Vitik in a busy week, and had a quality display in the back. He has logged at least one clearance in 11 consecutive outings, amassing 59, contributing to two clean sheets and notching 13 tackles (13 won), eight interceptions and five blocks over that span.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up stats in Pisa contest Casale had one interception, one block and 11 clearances in 69 minutes in Monday's 1-0 win versus Pisa.

Impact Casale came in early to replace Martin Vitik (head) and posted his second-highest number of clearances in the season. He'll take over the position next to Jhon Lucumi if needed, as Torbjorn Heggem isn't fully fit either. He had been an unused sub for four matches in a row before his two recent appearances off the bench. He has logged multiple clearances in eight showings in a row, amassing 46, adding 10 tackles (six won), six interceptions and three blocks and contributing to one clean sheet over that span.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Sassuolo match Casale (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Sassuolo.

Impact Casale was an option after missing two fixtures, but the coach rolled with Martin Vitik and Jhon Lucumi while Torbjorn Heggem was suspended. He'll be the third or fourth option in the back during the upcoming busy stretch of games.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for Sassuolo bout Casale (thigh) has made Bologna's squad list to face Sassuolo on Sunday.

Impact Casale has recuperated from a thigh injury that sidelined him for two matches and the Supercoppa and will compete with Martin Vitik and Lorenzo De Silvestri to fill in for Torbjorn Heggem (suspension) next to Jhon Lucumi. He has logged 17 clearances, two blocks and two interceptions in his last four displays, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Casale suffered a low-grade left biceps femoris and will be out for three to four weeks, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale had just been reintegrated into the rotation but will have to sit out multiple fixtures like Martin Vitik in the same role. Starters Jhon Lucumi and Torbjorn Heggem will have to do the heavy lifting in the middle of the defense in the coming weeks, while Lorenzo De Silvestri will become the top deputy, adapting to the position as he has done in the most recent game.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Lazio game early Casale was subbed off due to injury in the 39th minute of Sunday's game versus Lazio, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Casale got the nod over Jhon Lucumi amid some rotation and suffered an apparent muscular injury late in the first half and couldn't continue. He'll be assessed before Thursday's Europa League game versus Celta Vigo. The coach elected to field Lorenzo De Silvestri instead of the starter.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive effort in win Casale recorded one tackle (zero won) and 13 clearances in Saturday's 3-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Casale made a game-high 13 clearances which were a factor for Bologna to neutralize their opposition in the weekend's visit. The center-back also won six of his 13 duels during his first 90-minute appearance of the current campaign. He's a member of the third-best defense in the competition, but his place in the lineup is not guaranteed as he competes with Jhon Lucumi, who was rested after serving international duty and is likely to regain a spot at some point.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused after return Casale (thigh) didn't play against Freiburg and Pisa.

Impact Casale shook off a thigh problem but stayed on the bench, as he has to fight for minutes with multiple teammates who have done well so far. He appeared 15 times (nine starts) in the second half of last season, tallying 11 tackles, 17 interceptions, 42 clearances and even blocks and contributing to two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Freiburg match Casale (thigh) has made Bologna's squad list to face Freiburg in the Europa League on Thursday.

Impact Casale has recovered from a thigh strain that sidelined him for three weeks and will rejoin the rotation. Jhon Lucumi, Torbjorn Heggem and Martin Vitik have all seen consistent minutes while he was on the mend. He was generally the third option last season.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Milan clash Casale (thigh) hasn't been selected for Sunday's game versus Milan.

Impact Casale suffered a thigh lesion in late August and needs more time to make a full recovery. Two among Martin Vitik, Jhon Lucumi and Torbjorn Heggem will start in the middle of the defense.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Casale sustained a low-grade right biceps femoris lesion and will be out for three to four weeks, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale will skip the upcoming fixture versus Como and will try to recuperate during the first international break. Martin Vitik and Jhon Lucumi will see the bulk of the minutes at the position while he's on the shelf, while Tobjorn Heggem and Stefan Posch will provide depth.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Subs off early versus Roma Casale recorded one clearance and one interception before exiting Sunday's tilt against Roma at halftime due to a thigh issue, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Casale got the start over newcomer Martin Vitik and had an okay showing but didn't return from the locker room after indicating some discomfort near the end of the first half. He'll be assessed in the coming days ahead of next Saturday's home game versus Como.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bought out by Bologna Casale has inked a contract until 2028 with Bologna as the team officially exercised their clause to keep him from Lazio following a loan spell.

Impact Casale had a rotational role last season but showed enough to convince the club to keep him around, as both starter Jhon Lucumi and Sam Beukema are drawing interest. He has totaled 11 tackles, 17 interceptions, 42 clerances and seven blocks in 15 Serie A appearances (nine starts), contributing to two clean sheets. He also featured four times in the Champions League.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in season finale Casale assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Genoa.

Impact Casale set up Riccardo Orsolini's goal in the 64th minute Sunday, a strike which cut the deficit to 3-2. It marked his first assist of the season, and his first Serie A assist since the 2022-23 season. He finishes the season with one assist and two clean sheets across his 15 appearances (nine starts).

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Juventus game Casale (shoulder) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Casale shook off a shoulder injury that cost him two matches but didn't get minutes. He might have a better shot in Friday's match versus Milan, as the coach might rest some starters ahead of the Coppa Italia final a few days later.

MAY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Juventus Casale (shoulder) rejoined the rest of the team in training ahead of Sunday's match against Juventus, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale has recuperated from a minor shoulder injury that cost him the past two matches. He's usually the third option in the middle of the defense behind Sam Beukema and Jhon Lucumi. He has recorded one tackle (one won), seven interceptions, 18 clearances and one block in his last four displays, contributing to one clean sheet.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing sprain Casale has been diagnosed with a left AC joint sprain, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale is day-to-day and has been training on the side since the last match. He's set to skip at least Sunday's clash with Inter. He's usually the third option in the back. Martin Erlic will become the main alternative to the starters while he recovers.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in and out versus Atalanta Casale generated one tackle (one won) and three clearances in about 30 minutes in Sunday's game versus Atalanta before exiting due to a shoulder problem, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale replaced Jhon Lucumi, who didn't have a good first half, at the interval but was unable to finish the game after a hard fall. He was substituted by third-stringer Martin Erlic. He'll be examined to determine the severity of the problem in the next few days.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotless in Venezia tilt Casale had four clearances, one block and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Venezia.

Impact Casale relieved Jhon Lucumi, who played in South America during the break, and had an excellent performance in the back, filling it up while shackling down the adversaries. He has played in five of the last eight matches (three starts), posting 11 interceptions, 28 clearances and two blocks and helping keep two clean sheets.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs nine clearance against Milan Casale had one shot (zero on target), three interceptions and nine clearances in Thursday's 2-1 victory over Milan in Thursday's 2-1 win over AC Milan.

Impact Casale drew the start over Jhon Lucumi as Bologna had a busy week and more than held his own against dangerous opponents, setting a new season high in clearances. He has gotten minutes in four of the last six matches, totaling one tackle (zero won), eight interceptions and 27 clearnaces and contributing to one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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