Lazio Attacker Returns to Group Training, Aims to Return Against Lecce
Lazio forward Albert Gudmundsson has reportedly rejoined his teammates in group training on Thursday morning.
The Background
The 29-year-old completed a deadline-day move from Fiorentina, joining the Italian capital side on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season. He scored the winner on his Lazio debut, and then had another two cameos against AC Milan and Venezia. Afterwards, he dislocated his shoulder during a UEFA Nations League fixture between Iceland and Estonia, and he’s been one the sidelines ever since.
Albert Gudmundsson Back With Lazio Group in Training
According to Il Messaggero (via La Lazio Siamo Noi), Gudmundsson will partially rejoin the group training starting Thursday. Gennaro Gattuso gave his players three days off after Sunday’s draw against Napoli, but work at Formello has now resumed, albeit without the seven players summoned by their national teams.
Gudmundsson to Feature Against Mgarr United?
The Lazio manager had already revealed his intention to field the Icelandic star during Saturday’s friendly against Matese second-tier club, Mgarr United. It remains to be seen whether the former Genoa attacker will be fit enough to take part in the action.
Why Gudmundsson Can Play a Crucial Role for Lazio
This is another positive boost for Gattuso, who has recently regained the services of Nicolo Rovella and Adam Marusic. Moreover, Mattia Zaccagni’s condition isn’t as serious as initially feared, so he aims to return to the squad on November 28, when Lazio take on Torino.
On the other hand, Gudmundsson could be available as early as the Lecce game on November 21. His return would be wonderful news for the Biancocelesti, as he’s one of the few players capable of replacing Zaccagni on the left wing. The versatile Tijjani Noslin started in a wide position in Naples, with Andrea Pinamonti leading the line, but it left Gattuso with limited attacking options off the bench.
