Roma Captain Francesco Totti is without answer as to why his club is experiencing difficulties so early in the season. The current Coppa Italia holders have begun their campaign poorly to say the least, having failed to win the Italian Super Cup and walking away with just a single point from their first two Serie A matches.
Totti admits that he has no explanation for the sub par performance, but is certain that the team will bounce back and that he is prepared to make his much needed return.
"What's happening? It's difficult to explain," claimed Totti. "We have done well for three years in a row and will certainly do well in this season. I think we will have a great Championship and Champions League."
Thus far, Totti’s been limited to just a brief substitute appearance in the Supercoppa against Inter, and was absent in both of Roma’s Serie A matches because of a lingering knee issues.
However, with Romanian side CFR Cluj scheduled on Tuesday for Match Day 1 of the Champions League, Totti is optimistic that he can make his return at Stadio Olimpico in time for kick off.
"Now I'm at 70 percent, although still feel some mild discomfort in the knee," revealed the former Golden Boot winner. "But I will be there tomorrow, then Spalletti will decide if he should send me onto the field or not.
Earlier, Totti's teammate Alberto Aquilani reiterated to the media that the team is still united and Totti supported this by saying that the results would soon be more positive.
"The fans should stay calm. We are confident. They players that arrived are of great worth, which has helped us make the leap in quality. The beginning is difficult for everyone, but they will soon integrate with the group."
And as much as Roma fans will breathe a sigh of relief to see their captain back on the field should he make an appearance against Cluj, it is not a guarantee, although Totti is almost sure to be closer to full strength by the time his side faces Reggina over the weekend.
by espnstar.com
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