AS Roma goalkeeper Morgan De Sanctis is ready to soon make his playing return.
De Sanctis has not played since May after undergoing surgery to correct a long-standing elbow problem.
"I will be back soon and be at the disposal of the Coach on August 30, save for any unexpected developments," he told Roma Channel.
"We are a well-assorted squad with a strong structure between youth and experience. This is true in every area of the team, from the goal to attack.
"All this optimism around Roma is thanks to the exceptional work did last season, which has continued over the summer, but must never forget hard slog and humility.
"We cannot afford to think we are stronger than we really are."
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