Roma’s hopes of fielding Mile Svilar for the high-stakes Champions League clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford have been dashed following fresh medical evaluations. The goalkeeper’s return, initially anticipated for the upcoming matchweek, has been officially postponed until after the international break. This development confirms that the 23-year-old will not feature in the critical away fixture scheduled for Tuesday, November 3rd, leaving the Giallorossi without their preferred first-choice keeper during a pivotal stretch of the season.
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The delay means Svilar will miss three consecutive competitive matches, beginning with Saturday’s Serie A trip to Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium. His absence extends through the Manchester United encounter and the subsequent home game against Sassuolo on November 7th, a match notable for featuring former Roma manager Alberto Aquilani. With the number 99 sidelined, Roma’s defensive stability faces a significant test, particularly given the quality of opposition they are set to face in both domestic and European competition.
Pierluigi Gollini is expected to step into the starting lineup for these fixtures, building on his impressive performance in the recent match against Cagliari. While Gollini offers a reliable backup, the club’s long-term goalkeeping strategy hinges on Svilar’s timely return. He is projected to rejoin the squad for the Serie A match against Parma on Saturday, November 21st, at the Stadio Tardini. Until then, Roma must navigate this turbulent period without their primary shot-stopper, relying on squad depth to maintain consistency.
Source: Yahoo Sports
