Wesley
ROMLikely starter at right-back
Wesley is expected to open the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Brazil's starting right-back.
Analysis: Wesley had a decorated career at Flamengo, where he already landed on the Selecao radar, before joining Roma ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. He enjoyed a strong season with the Giallorossi in his first year in Serie A, starting in all but two of his 30 league appearances while tallying five goals and 33 chances created. Brazil hasn't had a right-back this proficient going forward since the prime days of former Inter and Man City star Maicon, so he will be a dangerous threat for a Brazilian squad looking to make a deep tournament run. Wesley's attacking contributions should also make him an attractive fantasy asset in most formats.
Sent off in Lazio contest
Wesley had one shot on target and received a straight red card in the 70th minute of Sunday's 2-0 victory over Lazio.
Analysis: Wesley didn't have a particularly dynamic performance and was sanctioned for a prolonged altercation with Nicolo Rovella. Devyne Rensch, Kostas Tsimikas or Angelino will replace him against Verona next week, depending also on Evan N'Dicka's (thigh) status. He had a strong first season in Serie A overall, scoring five goals and tallying 33 chances created, 95 crosses (20 accurate) and 25 shots (13 on target).
Scores one goal
Wesley scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 4-0 win over Fiorentina.
Analysis: Wesley doubled the lead in Monday's 4-0 win over Fiorentina, receiving Mario Hermoso's pass in the first half before curling his finish across David de Gea and into the far corner for his fifth Serie A goal of the season. The Brazilian wing-back was a constant attacking threat down the left, contributing in transition and winning duels, while adding three key passes, two tackles and three interceptions. Wesley has now scored five goals and recorded 31 key passes across 28 Serie A appearances this season.
Energetic in Bologna fixture
Wesley (thigh) won one tackle and registered one cross (zero accurate), two interceptions and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Bologna.
Analysis: Wesley was fit enough to play the whole game despite sitting out the previous four and put together a well-rounded stat, often powering the offense with his bursting runs on the flank and starting a fast-break that led to the second goal with an interception. He has sent in at least one cross in nine straight showings, piling up 26 deliveries (five accurate) and adding nine chances created, 21 clearances and five shots (two on target) over that span, with one goal. Furthermore, this marked his sixth consecutive appearance with at least one tackle, for a total of 10 (seven won).
Starting during return
Wesley (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Bologna.
Analysis: Wesley made his return to the starting lineup after being given a few extra days to heal fully and work on his conditioning following a close call in the last round, with the coaching staff showing enough confidence in his recovery to hand him an immediate recall. His ability to return straight to the first eleven after such an uncertain buildup is a significant boost for a side that relies heavily on his presence at the back.
Will be back versus Bologna
Wesley (thigh) has successfully ramped up in training in recent days and will return against Bologna on Saturday, Il Messaggero reported.
Analysis: Wesley was a close call for the last round but was ultimately given a few more days to heal fully and work on his conditioning. He might start immediately, as his replacement, Devyne Rensch (thigh), is banged up. He has been the clear top option when healthy. He has tallied at least one tackle in his last five appearances, amassing four chances created, five interceptions and 14 clearances over that span. Additionally, he has sent in at least one cross in eight straight showings, totaling 25 deliveries (five accurate).
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