Gasperini names 22 for como clash, key players still absent

Roma faces Como in Serie A's 29th round with a familiar selection puzzle. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini has announced a 22-man squad, notably missing key players like Soulé, Dovbyk, Ferguson, and Dybala.

Koné returns, ndicka suspended

The squad includes the welcome return of Koné, who appears to have shaken off his recent fitness concerns. However, Ndicka is still serving a suspension, meaning he’ll be watching from the sidelines.

The list features a blend of experienced campaigners and promising youngsters. Gasperini’s tactical options remain somewhat constrained, but he’s banking on the depth of his squad to navigate this tricky fixture.

The call-up sheet includes: Svilar, De Marzi, Gollini; Rensch, Angelino, Tsimikas, Celik, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Ghilardi; Cristante, Pellegrini, El Aynaoui, Kone, El Shaarawy, Pisilli; Malen, Venturino, Vaz, Zaragoza.

This match comes at a critical juncture for Roma, who are looking to bounce back after a recent defeat to Genoa and a draw in the Europa League.

The absence of several key attacking options presents a challenge for Gasperini, who will need to find creative solutions to unlock the Como defense.

The team’s selection reflects Gasperini’s cautious approach, prioritizing available players while managing fatigue and suspensions. The upcoming match will test Roma’s resilience and tactical flexibility.