Fabregas Provides Injury Updates on Diao and Perrone Ahead of Roma Clash

Como manager Cesc Fàbregas delivered updates on the fitness of key players ahead of their crucial Serie A match against Roma. The updates focused on midfielder Tommaso Perrone and forward Ernest Diao, with Fàbregas offering insights into their recovery and potential availability for the upcoming fixture.

Perrone’s Condition

Tommaso Perrone’s availability remains uncertain, with Fàbregas assessing his condition as “60% no, 40% yes.” Perrone recently experienced a knock during training, resulting in pain and swelling. Medical evaluation revealed a blood effusion, requiring treatment. Fàbregas noted Perrone is apprehensive, recalling a previous three-month absence last year due to a similar injury sustained against Verona . However, the current situation is not considered serious. He trained individually and responded well and a final assessment will determine his participation.

Diao’s Recovery

Ernest Diao is expected to be available for selection, having made a strong recovery from a recent setback. Fàbregas confirmed that Diao felt a shock in the area of a previous injury during training, but has since trained alone and participated fully in team sessions throughout the week . If all goes well, he will be included in the squad for the match against Roma .

Looking Ahead to the Roma Match

Fàbregas emphasized the importance of the match against Roma, characterizing it as a significant test but not necessarily a “decisive” one. He stressed the need for a strong performance, drawing parallels to their victories against Napoli and Juventus. He highlighted the quality of the opposition, acknowledging Roma’s strong players and coach, and the high tempo of the game. Fàbregas reiterated the importance of Como playing to their strengths and allowing the match to unfold naturally .