Roma's Latest Signing Sidelined: A Setback That Could Redefine the January Move
6 February 2026
Injury hits Gasperini's plans
The young striker Robinho Vaz, who joined Roma in the latest winter mercato from Marseille, suffers a muscle injury.
Roma's squad under pressure
According to reports from the Italian newspaper IL Tempo, the injury concerns the left calf (soleus), confirming it is a first‑degree issue.
The paper stated that he is expected to miss matches for at least two weeks, a early blow for the coaching staff led by Gasperini who had hoped he would bolster the attack.
In Friday training, Paulo Dybala and Ivan Ferguson continued their individual rehabilitation programs, as the squad aims to have them ready for Monday’s clash with Cagliari at the Olimpico.
The medical staff hopes the duo will return in time for this important game.
Meanwhile, Lorenzo Venturino, one of January’s signings, missed training due to flu symptoms.
Mario Hermoso continues to work at Trigoria with a foot injury, and a decision on his involvement will come in the coming days.
These developments place Roma under real pressure to manage a squad already stretched by league and European commitments.
Punchline 1: If injuries were transfers, Roma would have a full bench by now.
Punchline 2: Doctors say rehab is the only time Roma’s new players get to warm up for a real match against the calendar.
