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Como, Italy – Cesc Fàbregas, manager of Como 1907, offered updates on the fitness of key players ahead of Sunday’s Serie A match against Roma. The updates, delivered in a press conference on Thursday, suggest midfielder Tommaso Perrone is a doubt for the crucial fixture, while winger Ibrahim Diao is likely to be available for selection.

Perrone’s availability remains uncertain after picking up a knock in recent training. Fàbregas described the situation as concerning, noting the player’s history with similar injuries. “He’s scared, he was out for three months last year after a blow taken with Verona,” Fàbregas explained. “He had an effusion. But it’s not a serious thing.” The manager indicated Perrone underwent individual training on Thursday and his condition will be reassessed before Sunday’s game.

Currently, Fàbregas estimates a 60% chance Perrone will not play, but acknowledged the possibility of improvement with treatment. “However, players with treatment and various tools can also improve. Maybe tomorrow he gets out of bed and feels great,” he said. The injury involves swelling and requires fluid drainage, but is not considered long-term.

The news regarding Diao is far more positive. The winger experienced discomfort during training earlier in the week, but has since recovered and participated fully in team sessions. “I said it on TV, he stopped 30 minutes before training, he felt a jolt in the area where he had been injured,” Fàbregas stated. “Then he trained alone on Sunday when we returned. He has trained with us all week, very well, and if all goes well tomorrow he will be among the summoned.”

Como currently sits 11th in the Serie A standings, level on points with Roma. The match represents a significant test for the club in their second season in the Italian top flight. Fàbregas downplayed the idea that the game is “decisive,” framing it as another important step in the team’s development.

“It depends on what you mean by decisive match. For me, it’s just another game, we have to play a great game, as we won against Napoli or Juventus,” Fàbregas said. “We must always play well, we play against great players and a great coach, at a high pace. We must play our way, then the field will speak and we will evaluate.”

Fàbregas also highlighted Roma’s strengthening of their squad during the January transfer window, acknowledging their increased competitiveness. “They have made an incredible market. The team that has raised the level the most with the market,” he noted. “We need the perfect game.”

The manager also touched on tactical considerations, suggesting that player positioning will depend on the characteristics of Roma’s left-back. “It depends on the match. It’s not about giving more prominence to one or the other, but also depends on the characteristics of the opponent’s left-back, where there is more space and who is best suited for that role in the match. It depends, there isn’t just one choice.”

Looking ahead, Como will need a strong performance to overcome a Roma side brimming with talent. The match at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia is scheduled for Sunday at 18:00 local time (17:00 UTC). Fans can follow updates on the club’s official website and social media channels.

This article will be updated with any further developments regarding player availability.