Ivan Juric to involve Mario Hermoso from the start in Udinese showdown | OneFootball

With the arrival of Ivan Juric, Roma will start relying on a three-man backline with Mario Hermoso expected to slot into the team’s line-up.

Starting from Sunday vs Udinese, the Spanish centreback is expected to take his place alongside Evan Ndicka and Gianluca Mancini with Mats Hummels ready to come off the bench, writes La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Hermoso will be at the center of defense and, in his first home match, he will have to demonstrate his importance in a leadership role.

His ability to lead the defensive department will be crucial, as will the importance of the central players even on set pieces, where the Giallorossi can do damage.

With Mancini, Hermoso and Ndicka ready to fight, the coach is aiming for a three-man line full of experience and determination, supported by the experience of Hummels, who is increasingly closer to his best form.