Wesley sidelined as Brazil calls up Ederson for World Cup

Mile Svilar and Paulo Dybala are edging back towards the starting XI, with the goalkeeper's medical giving a positive result during the international break. Svilar had been sidelined by a stress fracture to the fifth toe of his right foot, picked up in training just over a month ago. He opted for conservative treatment rather than surgery, which allowed the bone callus to form correctly. The Belgian has already trained on the pitch, albeit in a differentiated programme alongside Pierluigi Gollini. The club's aim is to have him back as a regular starter for the trip to Parma when the league resumes. Dybala, who has also returned to group work, could also start from the first minute. Roma are also linked with Atalanta left-back Lorenzo Bernasconi, born in 2003, whose name is picking up transfer speculation ahead of the January window. The left-back, who has enjoyed an excellent start to the season, has attracted interest from several major clubs including Roma, Milan and Newcastle. His consistency and constant forward runs down the flank have fuelled international interest in a player considered one of the most promising young players in his position in the league. Atalanta, who value their talents highly, are reportedly valuing his contract at between 20 and 25 million euros. Artem Dovbyk, currently on loan from Roma, left the capital last summer in search of more regular football, but his spell at Bologna has not gone as hoped. Injuries and a change of coach have limited his opportunities, and his situation could change during the January window, as Bologna are reportedly considering ending the loan early in the winter session. The two clubs will discuss the matter in the coming weeks. The Ukrainian striker is not part of Gasperini's plans. On Roman radio, the return of Svilar and Dybala was debated. Alessandro Vocalelli told Radio Radio: "Dybala's absence was felt more than Svilar's. Gollini did very well, although he conceded a few goals he perhaps could have avoided. Vasquez, on the other hand, did his job: he saved a penalty, then had it retaken, and on the goals conceded he had little responsibility." Luigi Ferrajolo added: "Vasquez and Gollini conceded two goals from over 25 metres, but the calmness Svilar brings is something else. Gollini was unlucky because he was playing a good game before his injury. I would start with Soulé and Dybala and then bring on Mora during the match, because I don't think Dybala has 90 minutes in his legs and he needs managing."

Dybala and Mancini have returned to training with the group at Trigoria, with both now in contention for Roma's trip to Parma on 21 November. The squad resumed work after three days' rest with thirteen players away on international duty, and Gian Piero Gasperini used the break to clear the injury list. Paulo Dybala is gradually overcoming a calf injury, while Gianluca Mancini has almost shaken off a muscle complaint. Their responses will be assessed over the coming days, but the chances of both being available at the Tardini are growing. There are also encouraging signs for Mile Svilar, who is still training apart from the group but has put his boots back on after weeks in a protective boot for a foot injury, boosting hopes of his return in goal against Parma. His recovery will also allow Pierluigi Gollini to recover more calmly from the back problem that cost him the last two matches. Gasperini is now looking ahead to the January window and will discuss the matter this week with sporting director Tony D'Amico and chief executive John Galantic. The coach's priority is to add offensive options with a profile offering pace and unpredictability. Three different options are on the club's list, though none has yet become a concrete negotiation. The internal discussions come against a backdrop of a cool and distant relationship between Gasperini and the Friedkin family. No meetings with the ownership are currently planned to define winter strategy, so the talks with D'Amico and Galantic will serve to set priorities and room for manoeuvre while awaiting decisions from the American owners.

Mile Svilar has been given the medical all-clear to return to Roma's goal, with Gian Piero Gasperini set to have his first-choice keeper back for the trip to Parma when Serie A resumes. The Belgian goalkeeper received the positive result after a check-up following a stress fracture to the fifth toe of his right foot, picked up in training just over a month ago. The club opted for conservative treatment rather than surgery, which allowed the bone callus to form properly. Svilar has since completed his first training session on the pitch, although it was on a differentiated programme alongside Gollini. The staff's aim is to have him back as a regular starter at Parma when the league returns from the international break. Svilar's absence has been felt keenly at the back. Reported figures show Roma conceded an average of 0.67 goals per match with Svilar in goal, saving 80% of shots faced. Without him, the average rose to 1.55 goals conceded per game, with the save percentage dropping to 65.9%. His return restores Gasperini's defensive reference point. Beyond his command of the box and his sense of positioning and low distribution, which the report rates at the highest level, Svilar has made huge strides with the ball at his feet. He has developed into something of a deep-lying playmaker, an evolution that has made him indispensable to Gasperini's system.

Roma are looking to add two forwards to bring their squad up to 25 players, and Fulham's Kevin has emerged as one of the names. The plan has changed from the original idea. D'Amico had initially planned to let Devyne Rensch go to sign a left-sided wide player, a position the squad currently lacks. However, Lorenzo Pellegrini's new and long-term injury, together with the confirmed unreliability of Paulo Dybala, has shifted the focus to strikers, whether left- or right-footed. Kevin, 23, has been used sparingly in the Premier League, playing just 75 minutes so far this season. That is partly because Fulham's coach Arbeola prefers two attacking midfielders in place of wingers. Endrick and Lookman also remain on Roma's list. A wide midfielder to provide cover for Wesley is not a priority. Roma are, however, continuing to monitor Alejandro Balde, a left-back born in 2003. The Spaniard is not finding playing time under Flick at Barcelona and could leave the Camp Nou in January. On the financial front, UEFA's verdict on Roma's settlement agreement under Financial Fair Play will arrive in May.

Roma have 13 players involved with their national teams this international break, across UEFA Nations League matches, 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and friendlies. Ivory Coast defender Evan N'Dicka plays in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Ivory Coast facing The Gambia on 12 November at 20:00 and the return fixture on 17 November at 17:00. Argentina have three Roma players in their squad: Matías Soulé, Leonardo Balerdi and Santiago Castro. Argentina play Uruguay on 13 November, with the match starting at 01:00 Italian time on 14 November, and face Costa Rica on 17 November, kicking off at 00:00 Italian time on 18 November. Brazil, with Wesley, play Japan on 14 November at 11:15 Italian time and Singapore on 17 November at 11:00 Italian time. Colombia, with Roma players in their squad, play Chile on 13 November, with the match starting at 01:00 Italian time on 14 November, and host Chile again on 17 November, kicking off at 00:00 Italian time on 18 November. In the United States, the USA play Japan on 12 November at 02:00 Italian time on 13 November, and face Colombia on 14 November, kicking off at 01:00 Italian time on 15 November. The full list of matches covers Roma's international contingent across three continents, with the schedule running through the middle of the week. Each fixture is listed with its Italian kickoff time so supporters can follow their players across the break.

Roma are monitoring the situation of Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde, born 2003, who is not finding playing time under Flick and could leave the Camp Nou in January, at least on loan, according to Spanish newspaper Sport. Should he depart, Roma remain the first choice, but negotiations are currently stalled. The obstacles are his high wage, around €5.5 million net per year, and a deal structure that the clubs have not agreed on, which has halted all talks. Agent Jorge Mendes is trying to unblock the deal. Sporting director D'Amico, however, is focused on attacking reinforcements, with Gasperini having asked for forwards in January. Endrick, Gittens, Lookman and Kevin of Fulham are among the names mentioned in that search. A winger to back up Wesley is not a priority for the club, though Roma continue to monitor the situation. Any move for a flank player is reportedly postponed until the end of January, or even until June.