Baldanzi, Shomurodov to start vs Parma
Roma's upcoming Serie A fixture could be the right opportunity for the likes of Tommaso Baldanzi to make his mark.
The Italian midfielder is in fact favored to replace Paulo Dybala in Ranieri's starting line-up in the match against Parma.
With the Argentine expected to sit out Sunday's fixture, Baldanzi will feature in his place, starting behind Eldor Shomurodov.
The Uzbek striker will in fact play instead of Artem Dovbyk who has to rest due to recurring knee issues.
Gourna-Douath is also expected to start after making his debut for the Giallorossi last week against Venezia.
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