The Laziali
Lazio midfielder has finally resigned to his fate, admitting that he lost his risky bet by avoiding surgical intervention.
The Background
The 23-year-old has been struggling with a groin problem since the start of the season. The situation became unbearable after the Derby della Capitale defeat against Roma in September, when he barely lasted 45 minutes before leaving the pitch.
Nicolo Rovella Made the Wrong Choice
Having undergone a similar ordeal last season, Lazio captain Mattia Zaccagni advised his younger compatriot to follow in his footsteps and opt for an operation to repair the damage. After vacillating between his two options, Rovella eventually chose alternative therapy. But after…