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Lorenzo Pellegrini returns to training for Roma before Champions League opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 7:55 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Lorenzo Pellegrini returns to training for Roma before Champions League opener

Summary

Roma midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini has returned to full group training following a right thigh injury that sidelined him throughout the summer. He is nearing a return to the match-day squad ahead of Thursday's Champions League fixture against Fenerbahçe. While training sessions at Trigoria indicate his recovery is complete, his actual playing debut is expected to occur during next Monday's match in Turin. Pellegrini recently signed a contract renewal with the Giallorossi on August 8. The team currently holds momentum following a comeback victory against Atalanta in their previous outing.

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By the Numbers

•Lorenzo Pellegrini has resumed training with the Roma group.
•He missed significant summer training due to a right thigh rectus femoris injury.
•Roma faces Fenerbahçe this Thursday at 6:45 PM in the Champions League.
•Pellegrini is expected to make his season debut against Turin next Monday.

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7:55 AMYahoo Sports — Pellegrini to be called up vs Fenerbahce

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Lorenzo Pellegrini is preparing to officially begin the 2026-27 season with the Giallorossi. The number 7 has returned to training with the group but has yet to be called up by Gasperini, given the ph...
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