Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan has hailed the impact of Edin Dzeko this season.

Dzeko is on course to surpass his best seasonal return of 36 goals, having already netted 29 this term.

Nainggolan stated: "Dzeko? No-one had any doubts about him. He didn't score last season like he has this season.

“Playing in Italy isn't easy, but we all knew that he was a great striker. He wasn't lucky last season, his preparation wasn't the best, that's what was his biggest problem.

“Obviously if I had to choose one Dzeko, I'd choose the one of this season.

“He's very important for us, he knows how to keep the ball, he's good technically and he moves the ball well.

“He's the complete striker and I'm happy to play with him. Having Dzeko in your team makes you play with the knowledge that even a small chance could become a goal.

“We have so many important players in the team and Dzeko is certainly one of them."