AS Roma boss Rudi Garcia says he's counting on Manchester United target Kevin Strootman for this season.
In Manchester for last night's 1-1 draw at Champions League opponents Manchester City, Garcia was asked about Strootman's situation.
"We do hope he will return soon," said Garcia. "It could be a very important game in December (against City).
"He is a very high-level midfielder and of course we want him back - we're waiting for him.
"But we know there are good midfielders that have played well so we haven't really felt his absence.
"After this game there are many more and Kevin's return will help the high level of our game."
