GIALLOROSSI YORKSHIRE Q&A
A question from Tom Marsland today, who wants to know this:
Where do you think the squad needs improving to be able to compete with Juventus and Napoli for the league? This question addresses two things: the state of our current squad and our ability to compete for the Scudetto. First, I'll look at the state of the squad. I don't think we need too much improving, because we have been playing well and already have a number of players who can play well in each position. The one area that we could look to strengthen in January is at right back, given Karsdorp's injury and Bruno Peres' less than desirable form. However, too much tinkering in January can often disrupt progress, so I would be hesitant to bring in too many players. Last season's January signing Clement Grenier didn't really have an impact, so if we do make an acquisition we will be hoping to avoid a repeat of that. For the second part of the question, I believe we can compete for the Scudetto, and I believe we can do so with the current squad. We've looked good in Europe, we've beaten the teams below us in the table, and our tactics seem to be clicking with the players. We've even managed to get ugly wins, which all title-winning sides need to do at some point. In all honesty I think Napoli and Juventus remain the favourites, and our credentials will depend on how well we play against the teams around us. After the first game against Juventus (in December), we will know for definite how seriously we are to be taken in the league. That will also give us an indication of if we do need to make any mid-season additions. But I do believe, with the progress that we are making, that we can compete for the title. And we certainly can't hide in the shadows of underdog status anymore, as we arguably could at the start of the season! What are your thoughts? Do Roma need to improve anywhere in order to compete for the Scudetto?
2 Comments
Amos
12/11/2017 06:34:55 pm
I am going to bring this one back to the coach. While it took a while for his tactics to take effect, his message of unity, bravery, and playing for the team is resonating with the team. For example, in his recent interview he mentioned that when he me with Dzeko he could tell that Dzeko was playing for himself. A little tweak on outlook has Dzeko playing for the buildup and for the team. Even though "capocanoneiro" might be out of the question this season, we have unexpected people scoring goals and the team is winning.
Reply
Samuel Bannister
12/11/2017 07:37:46 pm
Yes Amos, time will tell and we are heading in the right direction. Another month or so, maybe by the winter break, and we'll be able to really see how far we can go. At least the belief is there, and that's down to how well the team are doing - and hopefully will continue to do!
Reply
Leave a Reply. |
SamueL BannisterEnglish Roma fan and sports journalist. Archives
February 2019
Categories |