Bologna confirm Roberto Piccoli out for at least three weeks with thigh injury

Bologna striker ruled out after Inter setback

Bologna have confirmed that centre-forward Roberto Piccoli will be out of action for approximately three weeks after picking up a fresh injury in their 3-1 Serie A home defeat to Inter at the Stadio Dall'Ara on Saturday evening.

The striker hobbled off the field in the first half of the match, and the club's medical staff have now delivered their verdict on the problem.

Thigh strain confirmed by club statement

An official statement published on the club's website confirmed that Piccoli has been diagnosed with a lesion to the femoral bicep in the right thigh. Bologna's medical staff predict this type of injury will require at least three weeks to make a full recovery.

The injury adds to growing concerns at the club, who are already dealing with a lengthy absentee list.

Bologna's mounting injury list

Emil Holm is out for four to six months following surgery on a hamstring tear, while Riccardo Orsolini is also on the treatment table with a muscular injury.

Piccoli had appeared in all seven Serie A matches for Bologna so far this season, scoring one goal in the 2-2 draw with Sassuolo on September 6.

Who steps in up front?

It is likely that Artem Dovbyk or Jay Enem will take the centre-forward role against Cagliari on Saturday and Milan in the midweek round, as Bologna look to cope without their leading frontman.