Paulo Dybala
ROM
Re-ups with Roma
Dybala has signed a one-year contract with Roma.
Analysis: Dybala reached an agreement only after his previous deal had expired, but he will stick around and spend his fourth season with Roma. He registered three goals, seven assists, 47 shots (20 on target) and 66 chances created in 26 appearances (17 starts), as he often missed time due to injury and was managed upon returning.
Logs two assists
Dybala assisted twice to go with five shots (two on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Verona.
Analysis: Dybala was a service machine with nine crosses and six corner kicks, assisting on both of Roma's goals. His contract is up for renewal so where he ends up next season is anyone's guess, but he will not play at the World Cup after being left off Argentina's squad.
Logs helper in Lazio match
Dybala assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-0 win against Lazio.
Analysis: Dybala assisted one of Gianluca Mancini's goals with a precise corner kick, recording his second assist in a row. He also led his team in deliveries. He's looked increasingly healthier over the past month. He has swung in at least one cross in three consecutive games, amassing 16 deliveries (seven accurate) and adding eight key passes, 10 corners and two shots (both on target) during that stretch.
Assists in win over Parma
Dybala assisted once to go with nine crosses (five accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 3-2 win over Parma.
Analysis: Dybala led his squad with six chances created, one of which was a one-touch pass that led to Donyell Malen's first goal in the 22nd minute of this game. The experienced attacker made his first start since Jan. 25 after being used as a substitute in two consecutive games following his recovery from a knee injury. He has now tallied two goals and three assists while averaging 1.9 shots (0.8 on target) and 2.3 chances created per game over 20 league matches (13 starts) this season.
Subs in late versus Bologna
Dybala (knee) drew one foul and completed three passes in 13 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Bologna.
Analysis: Dybala was eased into action after missing about three months because of a knee injury. His role will gradually improve over the next couple of games, especially with Lorenzo Pellegrini (thigh) on the mend, but the coach can go in a few different directions. He ended a nine-game streak with at least one key pass due to his scarce playing time in this one. He has posted three goals and three assists in 24 appearances (14 starts) so far.
Makes bench Saturday
Dybala (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Bologna.
Analysis: Dybala has been included in the squad after working his way back from a meniscus tear without any hiccups, with the coaching staff easing him back via the bench following an absence stretching back to late January. His return to the starting lineup is expected to follow in the coming fixtures as he builds back his match sharpness.
Good to go for Bologna clash
Dybala (knee) has recuperated from his injury and has been practicing regularly for about a week, Corriere dello Sport relayed.
Analysis: Dybala didn't have any hiccups while working his way back from a meniscus tear and will contribute to replacing Lorenzo Pellegrini (thigh), splitting duties especially with Stephan El Shaarawy. He hasn't played since late January. He has created at least one chance in nine consecutive appearances, amassing 23 key passes, scoring once and notching two assists, 20 shots (six on target) and 31 crosses (four accurate) during that stretch.
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