The late U-turn about Leonardo Bonucci forces Roma to revisit their alternative defensive targets, but they haven’t zeroed in on one at this stage.

Mourinho Likely to Get His Wish During January Window

José Mourinho is clamoring for a new defender, and his request is likely going to be fulfilled, even though the Roma execs haven’t zeroed in on one candidate yet. The Special One cast more doubts on the return of Chis Smalling from a patellar tendon injury.
With Benjamin Pavard on the mend and a comfortable position in the group standings, Inzaghi plots to field Yann Aurel Bisseck from the get-go Wednesday.

Inter Youngster Set for First Start Against RB Salzburg

With Benjamin Pavard on the mend and a rather comfortable position in the group standings, Simone Inzaghi plots to field Yann Aurel Bisseck from the get-go in Wednesday’s fixture against RB Salzburg. The youngster has seen almost no playing time so far, making just two appearances.
Roma will likely turn to the transfer market in January and are considering three names: Trevoh Chalobah, Eric Dier, and Oumar Solet.

Roma Keen on Chelsea and Tottenham Defensive Outcasts

With Chris Smalling facing an uncertain timetable, Roma will likely turn to the transfer market in January and are considering three names in particular in the early stages of their search: Trevoh Chalobah, Eric Dier, and Oumar Solet. The Chelsea misfit has been linked with a Serie A move a few times.
Hakan Calhanoglu and Alessandro Bastoni left the Atalanta game early due to minor muscular problems, but there’s not much worry at Inter.

Inter vs Salzburg 2-1: Nerazzurri Edging Closer To UCL Knockout Stages

At the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milano, Inter hosted Red Bull Salzburg for an early kickoff in the third matchday of the Champions League group stage. Alexis Sanchez put the Serie A giants in the lead early on but Oscar Gloukh equalized the score in the second half. Nevertheless, Hakan Calhanoglu converted from the spot to secure all three points for the Nerazzurri. 
Mourinho has had contact with Dier over the course of the past few weeks, with the two sharing a close relationship since their time together at Spurs.

Roma Shortlist Tottenham Misfit Ahead of January Window

Roma have been offered free agent Jerome Boateng, but they are unlikely to put him under contract and will probably wait until January for a reinforcement, and Eric Dier is high on their wish list. On top of their injury woes, the Giallorossi will not have Evan N’Dicka for a while.