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Jose Mourinho speaks ahead of Lecce kick-off: “Dybala is too important for us.”

Andy Mattioli
CAGLIARI, ITALY - OCTOBER 08: Josè Mourinho coach of Roma looks on during the Serie A TIM match between Cagliari Calcio and AS Roma at Sardegna Arena on October 08, 2023 in Cagliari, Italy. (Photo by Enrico Locci/Getty Images)

Roma boss Jose Mourinho spoke minutes before kick-off to Roma-Lecce at Stadio Olimpico today.

The Portuguese technician discussed the team’s preparations and the return of Paulo Dybala to the team’s starting eleven.

“We worked well, we lost Paredes, an important player for us, due to suspension but we got two players back who can help. We know the quality of the opponent, but we are here to win the match,” Mourinho told Sky Sport.

“How many minutes will Dybala play? It depends on how he feels, but he’s too important for us to leave him out as an option. He must play, we need quality players,” added the Special One.

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