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Kone's injury mild, Dybala fatigue positive for AS Roma
17 Oct
Summary
- Kone sustained a first-degree injury, expected to recover before international break.
- Dybala is dealing with calf muscle fatigue, potentially playing next week.
- Midfield and attack face depth issues due to multiple player absences.
AS Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini provided an update on player availability, confirming that both Kone and Dybala escaped serious injuries. Kone suffered a first-degree injury, deemed not significant, with hopes for his return before the international break. Dybala is experiencing calf muscle fatigue, and a quick recovery is anticipated, possibly allowing him to play the following week.
Despite these positive notes, both players will be absent for the upcoming Saturday fixture against Genoa. Gasperini highlighted the team's midfield and attack depth concerns due to these and other absences, including Svilar, Malen, and Cristante. He plans to utilize academy players to fill the gaps.
Santiago Castro is slated to start in attack, with Gasperini praising his potential and past performances in Serie A. Youngsters Matías Soulé and Rodrigo Mora are also expected to support Castro in the attacking front line. In central midfield, with Cristante still out and Kone unavailable, De Roon may face a demanding schedule, or Lorenzo Pellegrini could be deployed deeper.
Cristante is being monitored for a potential return for the Napoli match, though his recovery is ongoing. Gasperini also commented on the fitness progress of De Roon and Pellegrini, noting De Roon's consistency and Pellegrini's return to form after surgery. Gollini will continue in goal due to Svilar's continued absence, and defensive rotations are also possible.
