Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini confirmed the team's injury situation ahead of the match against Genoa, highlighting the prospect of Paulo Dybala's return and the possible search for a replacement for Marco Cristante. In a press conference, Gasperini specified that Dybala is suffering from strain on his calf, with no signs of serious complications. “We hope to have him back on the pitch next week,” said the coach, underlining the player's importance in the club's attacking phase.
As for Cristante, Gasperini has expressed his desire to seek reinforcements at Napoli, while recognizing the difficulty of a negotiation. “If it's not Napoli, it will be the next game,” he added, indicating that the search for a new defender remains a priority. The manager also mentioned the possibility of bringing Pellegrini back into midfield and bringing in Castro as Malen's replacement if necessary. “Castro is a valuable boy, he has already played in our championship and has shown good performances,” he explained, highlighting the opportunity to give space to the young talent.
The list of unavailable is not limited to Dybala and Cristante: Manu Kone is also among the unavailable players, as are other members of the squad suffering from minor injuries. The coach reiterated that the team is working to minimize the impact of these absences and that preparation continues to continue despite the difficulties. Roma is therefore preparing for a match against Genoa with a slightly reduced squad, but with the hope of quickly recovering the key figures.
With attention also paid to possible restructuring of the midfield and the management of defensive resources, Gasperini closed the conference with an invitation to patience and trust in the available players. The team aims to maintain competitiveness in Serie A, trying to fill the gaps left by injured players and making the most of market opportunities, especially regarding the search for a new defender. The next match against Genoa will therefore be a crucial test for Roma, who will have to demonstrate that they can compete even with a partially streamlined squad.