Paulo Dybala Out for Season Following Thigh Surgery Decision
AS Roma's push for a Champions League spot faces a challenge as the Argentine forward undergoes surgery for a left thigh injury sustained in Sunday's Serie A match.
- Paulo Dybala will undergo surgery on his left semitendinosus tendon, ruling him out for the rest of the 2024-25 season.
- The injury occurred during Roma's 1-0 victory over Cagliari on March 16, 2025, and was confirmed by the club in an official statement.
- Dybala's absence is a major blow to Roma, who are four points behind fourth-placed Bologna with nine Serie A matches remaining.
- Under Claudio Ranieri, Roma has been revitalized with a 13-match unbeaten streak and six consecutive league wins, climbing to seventh place.
- Dybala, who has struggled with injuries in recent years, has scored six goals in 24 appearances this season but will also miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers.