Odgaard Faces Potential Month-Long Absence as Bologna Plans Contract Renewals for Key Staff

Bologna forward Jens Odgaard is set to undergo an ultrasound scan today following his early exit from the Coppa Italia match against Atalanta. The Danish player was substituted in the 39th minute of the first half due to what was initially described as discomfort in his left thigh. However, the situation appears more serious than first thought, with concerns that Odgaard may have suffered a significant muscle strain that could sideline him for up to a month.

La Gazzetta dello Sport report that If the fears are confirmed, Odgaard will certainly miss Bologna’s upcoming away fixture against Lecce and the subsequent home game against Torino. This injury setback comes at a crucial time for the team, who are also monitoring the recovery progress of Riccardo Orsolini and Lewis Ferguson. Current indications suggest that Ferguson, the Scottish midfielder, may return to action before Orsolini, though both players’ situations will be reassessed over the coming week.

On the administrative front, Bologna are making strides to secure the future of its technical leadership. Ongoing discussions are taking place regarding contract renewals for Technical Director Giovanni Sartori and Sporting Director Marco Di Vaio, whose current agreements are set to expire in June. Recent meetings with club owner Joey Saputo, including talks earlier this week, suggest that barring any unexpected developments, both executives will sign new contracts before the end of February.

CEO Claudio Fenucci has been clear about the club’s intentions, stating, “There are no issues regarding their renewals.” This move to retain Sartori and Di Vaio underscores Bologna’s commitment to maintaining stability in its management structure as the team continues to compete in Serie A and cup competitions.

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