Nicolò Zaniolo leaves Italy squad due to muscle and joint injury

Nicolò Zaniolo has officially left the Italy national team training camp at Coverciano after failing to recover from a lingering muscle and joint injury, forcing head coach Roberto Mancini to release the forward ahead of upcoming international fixtures.

Zaniolo Departs Coverciano After Failed Recovery

The Italian national team setup confirmed that Zaniolo is unable to take part in the squad’s upcoming matches. According to reports from SportMediaset and CalcioNapoli24, the forward arrived at the national team training camp carrying a physical issue and spent recent days undergoing physiotherapy sessions rather than participating in full group training.

Impact on the Squad and Return to Club

With Zaniolo ruled out of the active roster, head coach Roberto Mancini loses another option in the attacking department. The departure mirrors that of defender Dimarco, who also had to leave the Azzurri setup due to physical complaints. Zaniolo will not board the team flight for the upcoming fixtures against Turkey and France, instead making an immediate return to his club to place himself under the direct care of the Udinese medical staff, as reported across multiple sporting outlets.

Nicolò Zaniolo leaves Italy squad due to muscle and joint injury
Photo: calcionapoli24.it

Next Steps for Rehabilitation

The player’s immediate focus shifts entirely toward recovery and rehabilitation at his club facility.

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