Gamestop Corporation (GME)

[janice shell]

There is no "of course" about it. Only American style options can be exercised early. And only about 7 percent of all options are ever exercised. Holders of options can, of course, always sell their calls (or puts).

You may find this helpful.

https://financhill.com/blog/investing/how-often-do-short-call-options-get-exercised-early#:~:text=Though%20the%20options%20market%20is,their%20contracts%20will%20be%20assigned.