Roma confirm squad list for Fiorentina clash with defender ruled out
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Roma have officially confirmed their squad list for the Serie A fixture against Fiorentina, with a defender ruled out through injury.
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Attributed to original sourceDevyne Rensch is not part of the Roma squad for their Serie A opener against Fiorentina this evening due to muscular issues.
Roma have released their squad list for this evening’s home Serie A match against Fiorentina.
ROME, ITALY – DECEMBER 15: Devyne Rensch of AS Roma is challenged by Martin Baturina of Como 1907 during the Serie A match between AS Roma and Como 1907 at Stadio Olimpico on December 15, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images) Lorenzo Pellegrini’s omission came as no surprise, as the Italian midfielder is still recovering from an injury and spent the pre-season working separately.
On the other hand, Rensch was expected to be fit, but a muscle problem in the flexor of his right thigh has ruled him out of the game.
Rensch was not expected to start, but he’s regarded as the first backup for either Wesley on the left flank or Nahuel Molina on the right.
Therefore, Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini has called up 19-year-old right-back Emanuele Lulli, who trained and played with the first team during the pre-season.
Fiorentina, on the other hand, have travelled to Rome without Fabiano Parisi, and there are doubts over whether Moise Kean will start, considering that the Italy international has reportedly reached an agreement with Como.
Official: Roma squad list for Fiorentina clash Goalkeepers: Svilar, De Marzi, Gollini
Defenders: Koulierakis, Ndicka, Molina, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Lulli, Ghilardi
Midfielders: Cristante, El Aynaoui, Koné, Pisilli, Mora
Attackers: Castro, Malen, Soulé, Dybala, Vaz
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What happened
Roma have released their official squad list ahead of the Serie A match against Fiorentina. The list excludes at least one defender, who has been ruled out. The remainder of the squad is available as Roma look to secure points in their league campaign. The absence of defensive personnel could influence José Mourinho's (or current coach's) selection options at the back for this fixture.
Chance analysis
Squad announcements the day before a match always carry tactical weight, and Roma losing a defender ahead of a home tie against Fiorentina will force adjustments at the back. Depth in defense becomes the talking point: whether Roma shift to a back three, promote a youth option, or push a midfielder into a hybrid role will shape how they approach Fiorentina's attacking threats. For Fiorentina, the news tilts the preparation slightly in their favor, particularly if the absent defender is a first-choice starter.
Roma's defensive options are reduced for the upcoming Serie A fixture against Fiorentina, potentially weakening their back line.