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AS Roma manager Gasperini discusses squad updates and market strategy
AS Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini addressed the media ahead of the Serie A season opener against Fiorentina. He expressed satisfaction with recent signings, including Molina, Castro, Koulierakis, and 19-year-old Rodrigo Mora, noting that the squad has become more competitive despite being numerically incomplete.
Gasperini highlighted that the club has successfully reduced its wage bill, with players like Paulo Dybala, Lorenzo Pellegrini, and Bryan Cristante accepting salary reductions. He noted that financial fair play constraints have forced the club to pivot from established stars toward talented young players.
Regarding player fitness, Gasperini reported that Dybala appears physically strong and determined, while Matias Soulé has recovered from recent weight concerns. The manager emphasized that while the squad is still seeking two more specific reinforcements—likely a winger and a defensive specialist—the focus remains on building a competitive unit for the upcoming campaign.
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