Emerson Palmieri has hailed Roma’s defensive “commander” Federico Fazio. “Mamma mia, what a player he is!”

Fazio arrived at Roma last summer with doubts over his after a poor spell with Tottenham Hotspur and equally-disappointing return to Sevilla, but the Argentine centre-back has grown into a regular fixture alongside Kostas Manolas at the heart of the Giallorossi’s defence.

“We’re tougher and more mature at the back now,” the left-back told Roma Radio.

Emerson Palmieri has hailed Roma’s defensive “commander” Federico Fazio. “Mamma mia, what a player he is!”

Fazio arrived at Roma last summer with doubts over his after a poor spell with Tottenham Hotspur and equally-disappointing return to Sevilla, but the Argentine centre-back has grown into a regular fixture alongside Kostas Manolas at the heart of the Giallorossi’s defence.

“We’re tougher and more mature at the back now,” the left-back told Roma Radio.

“We showed that we knew how to suffer against both Genoa and Udinese. When you have continuity, your mind is more free and peaceful.

“I’m very happy that my characteristics are being seen. I’ve adapted to help the team, depending on whether we play with three or four at the back.

“I wanted to improve with humility. I think I’ve done well, I must thank Spalletti for always showing faith in me. I can only respond on the pitch.

Juventus? We must continue to do what we’re doing. Now there’s the Coppa Italia and then Cagliari, which will be another final. We’ll need the right attitude to win.

“All the competitions we’re in, we’re in them to win.

“Fazio? He’s the commander of our defence. When I see him, I’m quiet. Mamma mia, what a player he is!”

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