AS Roma will be without five first-team players for their Serie A match against Genoa on Saturday. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini has called up several Primavera players to fill the gaps in the squad. The absences notably include Donyell Malen and Paulo Dybala, presenting opportunities for Santiago Castro and Rodrigo Mora to make an impact.
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Following a narrow defeat to Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, where they lost 4-3, Roma is looking to rebound. Gasperini acknowledges the need for a deeper squad to navigate the demands of multiple competitions.
In a statement ahead of the game, sporting director Tony D'Amico highlighted the necessity of signings in January to improve the team's competitiveness. He noted that to succeed in challenging tournaments like the Champions League, the squad will require bolstering.
Amid injuries, Gasperini expressed optimism that midfielder Manu Koné might return before the next international break, while Dybala could be back by next week. The Giallorossi will aim to demonstrate resilience and tactical maturity as they face off against Genoa, coached by former Roma player Daniele De Rossi.