Roma's defensive woes have deepened with the news that full-back Rick Karsdorp's season is likely over due to a suspected flexor injury. The Dutch international was forced off during the hour mark of the Giallorossi's recent home draw against Atalanta, adding to manager Gian Piero Gasperini's growing injury crisis.

While fellow defender Gianluca Mancini also requested a substitution due to muscle tightness, his condition is not considered serious. The primary concern lies with Karsdorp; tests are pending, but initial reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport suggest a significant setback that could sideline him for the remainder of the campaign.

There is, however, a silver lining for Gasperini as he prepares for a crucial away fixture at Bologna. Key players Wesley, Manu Koné, and the talismanic Paulo Dybala are all in line for a return. Dybala, in particular, is expected to re-integrate with the squad imminently, offering a vital creative spark as Roma look to solidify their position in the table. For Karsdorp, the focus now shifts to recovery, a process where the right supportive gear is essential for any athlete on the road back to fitness.