NICOLO CASALE NEWS

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

Very busy versus Lecce Casale recorded six clearances and five interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Casale drew a rare start as Sam Beukema was rested after a midweek cup game and had arguably his best display of the season, posting new season highs in two defensive categories. He has logged four tackles (two won), six interceptions and 14 clearances in his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Has blunder versus Genoa Casale generated one tackle (zero won), three blocks, three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Casale made the XI since Jhon Lucumi returned late from international duties and Martin Erlic (thigh) got hurt but, while he filled in up statistically, he had a dreadful giveaway that led to Genoa's first goal and kickstarted their comeback. He has registered four tackles (two won), six clearances and four blocks in his four appearances (two starts), with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in against Atalanta Casale (thigh) had one clearance and one block in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atalanta.

Impact Casale replenished the defense after Jhon Lucumi's red card but had an unremarkable stint and Atalanta eventually equalized. He'll tussle with Martin Erlic to replace the teammate versus Parma in the next Serie A round. He has posted two tackles, one interception, three clearances and three blocks in three appearances since joining late.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Atalanta tilt Casale (thigh) has been selected for Saturday's game versus Atalanta.

Impact Casale avoids missing time despite leaving the last game early but is a long shot to start as he trained on the side for most of the week. Jhon Lucumi, Sam Beukema and Martin Erlic have better odds of making the XI. He has tallied two tackles, one interception and two clearances in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early versus Monza Casale had two tackles (one won) and one clearance in 45 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Monza before leaving due to a physical problem, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Casale wasn't required to do much during his time on the pitch and didn't return after the interval due to an injury. He'll be assessed in the coming days. He had initially relieved the starter Sam Beukema due to some rotation in this one.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal in debut Casale recorded an own goal, one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Como.

Impact Casale got off on the wrong foot in his first match after completing a loan move from Lazio to Bologna, redirecting a cross into his own net in the fifth minute of the match. The central defender would settle in to total an interception, on clearance and two blocks during his 80 minutes on the pitch. Casale's place in Biologn'a central-defensive pecking order will become more apparent once Martin Elric (thigh) and John Lucumi (international duty) are able to resume full training.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers from injury Casale (thigh) re-joined the rest of the group in training, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale suffered a minor muscular injury in one of his final games with Lazio and took advantage of the break to recuperate fully. He might get the nod right away since Martin Erlic (thigh) is banged up and Jhon Lucumi will return late from Colombia.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Bologna Casale has joined Bologna on loan with a conditioned obligation to buy, Lazio informed.

Impact Casale started the first two matches but would have been deputy once Mario Gila (thigh) returned. Instead, he'll compete with Martin Erlic and Jhon Lucumi the starting job next to Sam Beukema at Bologna. He posted 15 tackles, 12 interceptions and 59 clearances in 20 Serie A matches (16 starts) last season, contributing to two clean sheets.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Udinese Casale registered one tackle (zero won) and one interception in Saturday's game versus Udinese before leaving at halftime due to a thigh issue, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.

Impact Casale had a poor showing as Lorenzo Lucca beat him to the punch on the opening goal and didn't put up stats. He's headed for some tests. Patric is the only other center-back standing since Mario Gila (thigh) is on the mend too.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss season finale Casale drew one foul, recorded one tackle (zero won) and four clearances and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Casale had an okay showing, but his side gave up one goal, and he'll sit out the Empoli game due to yellow-card accumulation. His playing time wasn't as consistent as his first season with Lazio this year, but he still appeared 22 times (18 starts), posting 16 tackles, 12 interceptions and 67 clearances, contributing to two clean sheets. Alessio Romagnoli will be back from suspension for the last game.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Holds his own versus Juventus Casale had two blocks, one clearance, two tackles (two won) and two successful duels in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Juventus.

Impact Casale drew his second start in a row following a coaching change even though all the other center-backs were available, as he's already familiar with Igor Tudor. The connection might allow him to resume being a regular, although Patric (thigh) was back on the bench in this one and will resume pushing him. He has totaled three tackles (all won), one four interceptions and 16 clerances in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two duels in Verona game Casale (thigh) had one tackle (one won), two successful duels, and one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Verona.

Impact Casale started right away upon returning from a thigh problem but didn't rack up stats and his side conceded a cheap goal. He'll have a regular role until Alessio Romangoli (calf) returns, and will split duties with Patric afterward.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Verona Casale (thigh) is in the starting XI to face Verona on Saturday.

Impact As expected, Casale is back in the starting lineup after he was deemed fit earlier this week. The center-back will start in his regular role in the heart of the defense alongside Mario Gila.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return against Verona Casale (thigh) has resumed working with the group this week and is probable for Saturday's Verona match, Il Tempo relayed.

Impact Casale has sat out the last three games due to a relapse of a thigh problem and hasn't featured since late October. Despite that, he could be rushed back since Alessio Romagnoli (thigh) is absent and Patric (calf) is in doubt. If he's not thrust into the XI, Adam Marusic would likely fill in as a center-back. He has recorded four tackles, three interceptions, and eight clearances in his last four appearances, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new injury Casale will miss at least a couple of weeks due to a right adductor strain, Goal informed.

Impact Casale had just returned from a similar problem, although reportedly more severe and in a different part of the muscle. Patric and Alessio Romagnoli will continue to log heavy minutes since the coach hasn't shown much trust in backup Mario Gila.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in derby with Roma Casale didn't play in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Roma.

Impact Casale was back on the squad list after a thigh injury, but Patric played the whole game. The two alternated almost regularly next to Alessio Romagnoli before he got hurt. He has recorded four tackles, three interceptions, and eight clearances in his last four appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option versus Roma Casale (thigh) returned to full training Friday, Il Messaggero relayed.

Impact Casale is in the final stages of his rehab from a thigh strain and is likely to make the squad list after missing the past three games. Patric is the frontrunner to team up with Alessio Romagnoli from the start considering his better form and the fact that the two alternated beforehand. He has posted our tackles, three interceptions, and eight clearances in his last four appearances, with one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE