Roma's D'Amico: Our Focus Is the Udinese Match

Roma official Tony D'Amico said he did not pay attention to the claims of talks between Endrick and Real Madrid or to Napoli coach Max Allegri's accusations against referees. D'Amico stressed that the team must focus first on Udinese. The match will kick off at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine at 17:00 GMT (18:00 CET).

Roma must strike a balance between their Champions League match against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Tuesday and the top teams in Serie A. After their midweek 4-2 win over Cagliari, only Gianluca Mancini will be rested. Paulo Dybala, Mile Svilar, Manu Koné and Lorenzo Pellegrini will not be in the squad due to injuries.

D'Amico said he was happy with the development of the young players. He said Dybala's recovery would take a little longer than expected, but that he could return midweek. He added that Mario Hermoso is an important player for the team and that his contract will be discussed at the right time.

Udinese have lost their last six matches and drew 0-0 with Parma midweek. Even so, D'Amico said the hosts are a physical and tough side that can defend deep, and that Roma need quality to overcome this.

Roma's name continues to be linked with Brazilian Endrick for a loan move in January. D'Amico said it is currently difficult to talk about specific players, adding that the team is playing a match every three days and that there will be time for the transfer window.