OLA SOLBAKKEN NEWS

Creates one chance against Venezia Solbakken (calf) had one key pass, committed one foul and had seven passes in 13 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Venezia.

Impact Solbakken quickly returned from a small injury but played too little to make an impact. It was also the case in his previous two appearances after recovering from shoulder surgery. He'll be a rotational piece on offense for the foreseeable future.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Option Sunday Solbakken (calf) is a bench option for Sunday's match against Venezia.

Impact Solbakken was probable for Sunday and has returned to the team sheet, with the attacker finding a spot on the bench. He will likely remain in a bench and rotational spot moving forward, starting in six of his 16 appearances this season.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Venezia fixture Solbakken (calf) "isn't in great shape but will be part of the squad Sunday," coach Roberto D'Aversa relayed.

Impact Solbakken will limit his absence to one game but isn't a lock to get minutes as he's not 100 percent and is generally a backup option in a pair of offensive positions.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Solbakken is a late scratch for Monday's game versus Napoli due to a calf problem, coach Roberto D'Aversa announced.

Impact Solbakken got hurt during a light practice on game day and could be sidelined for further matches depending on the upcoming test results. He has operated as a super sub since returning from a shoulder sprain. Junior Sambia, Ismael Konate and Thomas Campaniello will soak up his minutes.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in cameo versus Como Solbakken (shoulder) had one pass and no further stats in 20 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Como.

Impact Solbakken made his first appearances in the month after recovering from shoulder surgery but didn't do much after being deployed. He'll be an extra option behind Sebastiano Esposito, Jacopo Fazzini (suspension) and Youssef Maleh (knee) in his role.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fit Saturday Solbakken (shoulder) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Como.

Impact Solbakken has made his way back to the team sheet Saturday, seeing a bench spot after time out due to a shoulder issue. He hasn't appeared since Dec. 8 due to his injury, so this is solid addition for the club. He will likely see a rotational role again, starting in six of his 14 appearances this season.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Returning in Como game Solbakken (shoulder) has healed up and trained regularly throughout the break, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Solbakken last played in early December before having surgery to address a shoulder injury. He'll re-join the offensive rotation, competing with Sebastiano Esposito, Christian Kouame, and Jacopo Fazzini in a couple of spots behind the striker. He appeared 14 times (six starts) before getting hurt, notching three shots (three on target), seven chances created, five crosses (one accurate) and five tackles.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes shoulder injury Solbakken had surgery on his left shoulder following his recent sprain, Empoli announced.

Impact Solbakken picked up a serious injury before the most recent game and will be sidelined for the foreseeable future. Emmanuel Ekong, Ismael Konate and Junior Sambia should enjoy an uptick in minutes with him and Pietro Pellegri (knee) on the mend.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not on bench Friday Solbakken (shoulder) is not in the squad for Friday's match against Torino.

Impact As expected, Solbakken will miss this match due to a shoulder injury, and the striker will hope to recover soon in order to not extend his absence for a considerable period. His next chance to play will come against Atalanta on Dec. 22.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Torino game Solbakken might miss Friday's match versus Torino due to a shoulder injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Solbakken got hurt in the final training session and could be held out altogether while he gets evaluated fully. He has seen limited minutes off the bench in the last four rounds. Emmanuel Ekong and Ismael Konate eventually soak them up.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench against Cagliari Solbakken (thigh) had two clearances and six touches in 17 minutes in Friday's 2-0 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Solbakken (thigh) saw some action when the game was already sealed after missing one match due to a thigh issue. Sebastiano Esposito has fared well in relief, so he'll have to fare well to be a regular starter.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Cagliari Solbakken (thigh) is on the bench for Friday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Solbakken has returned from injury after missing the club's last match, earning a spot on the bench in his return. He will look to see some time off the bench to test his legs, as he is still without a goal contribution in three appearances this season. The attacker will look to return to the starting XI in their next match, as he did start in the two matches prior to his injury.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return versus Cagliari Solbakken (thigh) has practiced almost regularly after missing the Juventus clash, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Solbakken was sidelined for the past match due to muscle fatigue and some caution, but he might be back right away. In that event, he'd likely be eased off the bench. He has logged two shots (two on target), two key passes and two tackles in three appearances (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing muscular problem Solbakken missed Saturday's match versus Juventus due to a right thigh issue, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Solbakken will undergo some tests after the game and risk sitting out multiple fixtures unless the injury is really minor. Sebastiano Esposito played the majority of the match in relief.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Juventus tilt Solbakken will be on the stands for Saturday's game versus Juventus, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Solbakken started the last two matches and was reportedly in contention but suffered a late physical problem and won't be involved. Sebastiano Esposito and Lorenzo Colombo are partnering up in the frontline, while Pietro Pellegri and Emmanuel Ekong are on the bench.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Empoli Solbakken has transferred to Empoli on loan with an option to buy from Roma, the two teams announced.

Impact Solbakken will look to bounce back in Serie A after two forgettable loan spells at Olympiacos and Urawa Red Diamonds. He'll have a better shot at being a regular than in his six months at Roma, where he posted one goal, two assists, 11 key passes and 12 crosses (five accurate) in 14 appearances (seven starts).

AUGUST 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Spezia Solbakken didn't get minutes in Round 38's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Solbakken didn't come off the bench as the starters were able to go to distance. He had a seesawing first spell with Roma after joining from Bodo/Glimt. He got more run down the stretch and had some decent flashes but was never a full-time contributor. He logged one goal, three assists, 18 chances created, and 31 crosses (ten accurate) in 19 appearances (11 starts).

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Solbakken assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Fiorentina.

Impact Solbakken logged the assist to Roma's only goal, which Stephan El Shaarawy scored. Now, the question is whether or not Solbakken will be used during Roma's next game, which will be the 2023 UEFA Europa League Final against Sevilla on Wednesday. Paulo Dybala (ankle) will be a game-time decision before the game. If unavailable again Wednesday, Solbakken becomes a top candidate as Dybala's replacement during that finale.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Atalanta Solbakken won one duel, drew one foul, created three scoring chances, and was dispossessed four times in Monday's 1-3 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Solbakken benefitted from the fact that Paulo Dybala wasn't 100 percent and had a solid performance, pacing his side in key passes. The teammate picked up a new injury, so he's highly likely to get minutes in the upcoming three-game week. He has logged five chances created, one tackle, one interception, and one off-target shot in his last four appearances.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Udinese Solbakken (shoulder) didn't feature in Sunday's 3-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Solbakken wasn't spotted warming up, so it's unclear whether he was actually available. He's not eligible to play in Europa League, so his next opportunity to star will come next Monday versus Monza. He has tallied one assist, two chances created, one tackle, and three clearances in his last three appearances.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option in Udinese game Solbakken (shoulder) is on the bench for Sunday's match versus Roma.

Impact Solbakken was expected to be out for a couple of weeks with a shoulder sprain, so it remains to be seen whether he's ready to play or if he's just staying close to his teammates. Roma are short-handed offensively sans Paulo Dybala.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss at least two weeks Solbakken has been diagnosed with a left shoulder sprain and will be re-evaluated in a fortnight, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Solbakken had the same problem before coming to Italy. He won't have surgery for now, but he'll take further tests later this month to assess whether the joint is healing correctly or if he'll need to go under the knife. Stephan El Shaarawy, Andrea Belotti, and Tammy Abraham will absorb his minutes, but he has started just twice since joining in January.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers shoulder injury against Torino Solbakken created one scoring chance, won one tackle, and took one off-target shot in 74 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Torino before leaving the game due to a left shoulder sp...

Impact Solbakken got the nod as Lorenzo Pellegrini was under the weather and the coach opted to go without a pure striker, but he had an unremarkable performance and picked up an injury in the second half. He'll take some tests shortly, but there's concern the problem could be serious. "We might have lost him for the rest of the season," the gaffer stated.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench versus Sampdoria Solbakken made an assist after coming off the bench during Sunday's 3-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Solbakken was brought in the 80th minute to replace Lorenzo Pellegrini and still found time to contribute, brilliantly assisting Stephan El Shaarawy for the goal that sealed the 3-0 win deep into stoppage time. This was the first career Serie A assist for the attacker, who will hope to keep getting playing time during upcoming games.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays little againt Lazio Solbakken (thigh) had one interception and one pass in six minutes in Sunday's 0-1 defeat versus Lazio.

Impact Solbakken returned from a four-game absence but didn't see much action as Roma had primarily a defensive game plan after an early red card. He has scored once and added four shots (one on target), three accurate crosses, and two corners in six Serie A appearances.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE