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D’Amico: ‘Roma learning experience at Manchester United, need new resources’

Roma director Tony D’Amico admits the defeat to Manchester United was ‘a learning experience’ for them, confirming the need to sign ‘a forward who can do damage on the counter-attack’ when leading.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 7:32 PM
D’Amico: ‘Roma learning experience at Manchester United, need new resources’
Key Things to Know
  • Tony D'Amico admitted Roma must sign a fast wide forward in January after losing a 2-0 lead to Manchester United.
  • Manchester United defeated AS Roma 3-2 at Old Trafford after the Italian side initially established a two-goal advantage.
  • D'Amico described recent Champions League matches as learning experiences for Roma following a seven-year absence from the competition.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Roma director Tony D'Amico stated that the club's Champions League defeat against Manchester United was a valuable learning experience. Speaking to Sky Sport Italia, D'Amico admitted the squad needs a fast wide forward to exploit counter-attacks when leading, confirming plans to address this in the January transfer window after squandering a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 at Old Trafford.

D'Amico also argued that a generous penalty sparked Manchester United's comeback and noted that playing top sides helps the club understand the resources required by manager Gian Piero Gasperini. Regarding player availability, defender Gianluca Mancini joined an extensive injury list, while midfielder Manu Koné returned to the squad following a muscular injury.

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