[Official] Rovella Forced To Miss Out His Remaining 2025 Matches As Injury Reappears And Surgery Is Needed

Lazio have been dealt a significant setback with the confirmation that Nicolò Rovella will undergo surgery to resolve his persistent pubalgia. The midfielder had spent weeks attempting a conservative therapy program, hoping to avoid an operation and gradually return to the squad. Instead, the discomfort resurfaced in recent days, ending any chance of a rapid recovery.

Rovella first ruled out surgery after missing the derby against Roma on 21 September. The initial treatment had given him confidence and he even aimed to return for the upcoming match against Lecce. That hope has now vanished as medical evaluations confirmed that the pain had returned and that surgery has become the only realistic solution.

If the operation proceeds in the expected timeframe, Rovella will require approximately six weeks of rest, followed by a rehabilitation phase. Similar cases, such as Mattia Zaccagni’s situation earlier this year, have shown that the recovery path can be long and delicate. In Rovella’s case, a return before 2026 appears unlikely, creating another major challenge for Maurizio Sarri in an already complicated season.

The midfielder officially confirmed the decision through a message posted on his Instagram profile. In his statement, Rovella explained the background of his condition and the difficult decisions that led him to surgery. He revealed that the conservative plan initially seemed promising and that he had pushed himself through pain during matches against Sassuolo and Roma. However, once the pain returned during recent training sessions, there was no alternative but to proceed with surgery. Rovella concluded his message with a promise to return stronger and a declaration of love for the Lazio colors.

In response, Lazio issued an official note of support through their social media channels. The club expressed full solidarity with Rovella and commended the way he handled his situation. The statement highlighted his professionalism, sacrifice, and commitment to the team, noting that he often trained and played while enduring considerable discomfort. Lazio reaffirmed that they stood behind his initial choice to avoid surgery and continue to fully support his decision to undergo the operation now.

The club emphasized that Rovella will not face the recovery process alone. His teammates, staff members, and the entire Biancoceleste community will accompany him through every step until he returns to the pitch. For Sarri, however, the reality is clear. The loss of a midfielder of Rovella’s quality forces Lazio to reassess their plans as they approach a demanding stretch of the season.

As Rovella begins his countdown to recovery, Lazio will focus on reorganizing their midfield options and maintaining stability during a period filled with both physical challenges and tactical adjustments.