In Rome, there are no choices to make: everything is on the line.
Top spot in the standings opens up important scenarios and brings with it three direct consequences.
The first is the management of tonight’s match against Midtjylland, where Gasperini will have to adjust his rotation a bit ahead of the big match against Napoli.
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The second consequence is tied to the Europa League: a win today would bring the club closer to direct qualification for the top eight, freeing up the schedule from the dreaded February playoffs, which would be squeezed between the matches against Napoli and Juventus.
With Dybala and Bailey back, there’s an opportunity to turn things around after the two home defeats suffered so far in Europe.
But the most significant consequence is another: for the first time in the Friedkin era, the owners have given the green light to a coach and sporting director for the January transfer window, allocating a budget, writes Corriere della Sera.
Roma will no longer be limited to swaps and loans, but will have some freedom to maneuver, while still respecting the Financial Fair Play rules. In January, the focus will be on attack, with Zirkzee as the stated target.
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