Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes is determined to prove himself good enough for coach Luciano Spalletti.

Roma meet Astra in the Europa League tonight.

“I thank Spalletti for his words. I try to do my best to help the team and I'll try to do better," said Paredes.

“A player always wants to play, but we have a very good midfield and there are many games to address. I won't pass up the opportunity to play.

“I expect a tough game like all we've played in so far. It'll be difficult, but we'll do our best to take home the three points."