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Gasperini expresses need for reinforcements after Roma's defeat to Cardiff City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 5:50 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Gasperini expresses need for reinforcements after Roma's defeat to Cardiff City

Summary

Gian Piero Gasperini voiced concerns about AS Roma's squad depth following a 4-1 defeat to Cardiff City in a pre-season friendly on August 1, 2026. Roma struggled defensively, with Gasperini noting issues in fitness and focus. He urged the club to sign a defender, a winger, and two strikers to improve the team’s competitiveness, especially with the Champions League forthcoming. The club recently signed Santiago Castro from Bologna and is finalizing a deal for Konstantino Koulierakis from Wolfsburg to bolster their roster.

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By the Numbers

•Roma lost 4-1 to Cardiff City in a pre-season match.
•Gasperini requested four player signings to complete the squad.
•Santiago Castro has been signed from Bologna for €35m.
•Roma is negotiating a deal for defender Konstantino Koulierakis from Wolfsburg.
•Gasperini highlighted defensive struggles and fitness issues.

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5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Gasperini: ‘Roma need to be completed, I asked for 4 players’

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Gian Piero Gasperini vented his frustration after Roma’s 4-1 friendly defeat to Cardiff City. ‘Anyone can see this squad needs to be completed. I asked for a defender, a winger, and two strikers.�...
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