Artem Dovbyk often finds himself at the center of criticism because of a performance that is not always satisfactory, but apparently there is a reason
Infortunio Dovbyk, spunta il retroscena: “Non è al 100% per un motivo” (Foto: Ansa) – serieanews.com
There are those who defend him and those who attack him, but one thing is certain: Artem Dovbyk is one of Roma’s most talked about players this season.
Having arrived with high expectations, the Ukrainian striker has alternated good performances with moments of difficulty, and his scoring haul (13 goals and 3 assists among all competitions, 8 in the league) is not exactly what Giallorossi fans were hoping for. But is the problem really just his performance? Or is there something more to it?
If you look at the statistics, Dovbyk is not having a disastrous season, but neither is he having an exciting one. His contribution in terms of goals and appearances is in line with a Roma side that, let’s face it, is not shining. The team is in one of the most difficult seasons in recent years, with coaching changes, an uncertain future even on the bench, and a lack of identity weighing on everyone’s performance. And when the context is so unstable, even a striker struggles to express himself at his best.
But despite everything, criticism is pouring in. Fans are divided: there are those who accuse him of being incisive and those who point out that in such a Roma side even a striker of international caliber would struggle. And then there are the fantasy soccer fans, who represent a category apart.
Recently, Dovbyk himself defended himself against those who accuse him of not living up to expectations. “The problem is not me, but those who expect him to score two goals a game,” he said in a somewhat testy tone. The reference, not even too veiled, is precisely to the fantasy footballers, who had bought him hoping for a constant and prolific performance.
Il retroscena: un problema fisico condiziona Dovbyk
Yet there may be a problem behind the uninspiring performance-at least that can be said? – of Dovbyk. According to rumors gathered by our editorial staff, behind the Ukrainian striker’s difficulties there is a physical problem that has been plaguing him for some time.
Il retroscena: un problema fisico condiziona Dovbyk (AnsaFoto) – serieanews.com
Artem Dovbyk reportedly has tendinopathy, one of those conditions that does not prevent him from playing but certainly limits his movement and effectiveness under goal. It is a discomfort that, on a player with a physical structure as imposing as Dovbyk’s, could have a major impact.
His physique is one of his main weapons: power, stamina and the ability to hold his own in duels with opposing defenders. But if this strength becomes a limitation because of a tendon problem, his whole game suffers.
At this point, the question arises: how much will this condition affect the continuation of the season? If the tendinopathy worsens, careful management of minutes on the field may be necessary, perhaps with personalized work to avoid relapse. But if he can still make a contribution as it is, what could he do if he were 100 percent fit?
Roma fans continue to question his true value. Is Dovbyk a striker who can make a difference or an overrated player? The answer will probably come in the coming weeks, but one thing is clear: his situation is more complex than it seems, and perhaps a little more patience would be needed.
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