Parma loses Bernabé ahead of Roma clash

Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini faces a tactical dilemma similar to one Daniele De Rossi confronted two years ago: choosing between Paulo Dybala and Matías Soulé. Both Argentine forwards are currently below peak fitness due to injury concerns. Soulé has not fully recovered from pubic bone inflammation, while Dybala is still regaining rhythm and match fitness following a three-month knee layoff. The situation presents a paradox for Roma: despite having two capable attacking options, their injury history means the pair have played together only 11 times this season for a combined 714 minutes. This limited availability has forced rotation and limits tactical flexibility. Dybala's contract situation adds complexity—his deal is approaching expiration—while Soulé's position is similarly precarious. Both could depart Roma in the coming transfer window if suitable offers arrive. Gasperini must navigate these circumstances carefully while managing the fitness and form of both players. The futures of Dybala and Soulé remain unclear, with each potentially vulnerable to a sale despite their quality. Roma's attacking depth will depend heavily on how quickly both recover full match sharpness.

Roma sporting director Massara appears set to leave the club and join Ligue 1 side Marseille. Federico Balzaretti, a former Roma player now serving as Marseille's vice sporting director, reportedly suggested Massara's name to the French club. An initial conversation between Massara and Benatia has already taken place, and Massara is understood to be interested in the move. Roma is now searching for a replacement sporting director, with Mannaresta in pole position. Other candidates under consideration include Giuntoli, Pradè, and D'Amico. On the pitch, Roma trained ahead of a crucial away match against Parma in two days. However, El Shaarawy sustained an injury during training and is now a doubt for the trip to Emilia. Lorenzo Pellegrini remains unavailable, continuing individual work away from the squad and unlikely to feature. The club continues to pursue defensive reinforcements in the transfer market, with young Argentine centre-back Lautaro Rivero from River Plate emerging as a target. Alajbegovic is also being monitored for potential future moves. Gasperini will hold a press conference tomorrow. Confirmation has also arrived regarding Roma's new second kit for the 2026–27 season.

AS Roma is preparing for Sunday's Serie A match against Parma at Stadio Ennio Tardini (18:00 kick-off). El Shaarawy has been ruled out due to injury during training at Trigoria. Lorenzo Pellegrini and another player remain sidelined and are continuing individual training sessions rather than participating in full squad work. The extent of these injuries and expected timelines for their return remain unclear. Roma will need to assess squad availability ahead of the fixture.