Mystery surrounds Dybala’s availability as Juric’s announcement contradicts planned fitness test

Roma manager Ivan Juric has announced that Paulo Dybala will be unavailable for the upcoming Serie A match against Bologna at the Olimpico. During his pre-match press conference, Juric stated, “Dybala felt discomfort during warm-up, and although he wanted to train yesterday, the discomfort persists, so he won’t be available.”

This statement seemed to provide a clear picture of the situation, suggesting a cautious approach to protect the talented Argentine player, who has been prone to physical issues throughout his career, especially in recent years.

However, Sky Sports has revealed an intriguing twist to the story. According to reporter Paolo Assogna, a fitness test for Dybala was scheduled for 13:30, approximately an hour and a half after Juric’s press conference. This test was meant to determine the player’s actual condition and readiness for the match.

The conflicting information raises questions about the communication within the club and the decision-making process regarding Dybala’s availability. It appears that Juric made his announcement without waiting for the results of the planned fitness test, leading to speculation about the reasons behind this apparent discrepancy.