2025 is remembered as a year of joyful news for Uzbek football. This season has become a turning point for Eldor Shomurodov. Joining "Roma" in 2021, Eldor has finally achieved the status of the team's main striker. Previously, under the management of Jose Mourinho, Daniele De Rossi, and Ivan Juric, he was mainly considered a backup striker, but the arrival of experienced coach Claudio Ranieri changed the situation drastically.
The loss of Dybala leads to significant changes
Due to FIFA days, "Roma" sent 11 players to national teams. However, it became clear that the team's main star Paulo Dybala had sustained an injury and would not be able to assist the team for the remainder of the season. Since "Roma's" attack was primarily built around Dybala, this situation became a serious problem for Ranieri.
Eldor Shomurodov had previously managed to collaborate well with Dybala and Matias Sule, successfully breaking into the starting lineup. Now, he will have to take on even greater responsibility.
Ranieri is preparing a new tactic
According to experts in Italian football, Claudio Ranieri is re-evaluating the team's attacking mechanisms. Due to Dybala's injury, the 73-year-old specialist may change the main formation to 3-5-2. In this case, it is expected that Eldor Shomurodov and Ukrainian Artem Dovbik will operate as two central strikers. Additionally, Ranieri might consider moving Lorenzo Pellegrini to the center and adding Matias Sule and Tommaso Baldanzi to the attack.
A great opportunity for Eldor
This situation could be beneficial for Eldor Shomurodov. In the new tactical scheme, he will act not as a competitor but as a partner. This will allow him to showcase himself on the field and develop as a leading striker.
One of the legends of Italian football, Angelo Di Livio, also expressed his opinion on this matter, showing interest in the new tactical scheme that Ranieri might adopt:
"The loss of Paulo Dybala is a huge problem. Because he was one of the most important players in the team. However, this is a great opportunity for other players, including Eldor Shomurodov and Artem Dovbik. The idea of playing with two strikers could be very interesting and effective."
Shomurodov – the new leader of "Roma"?
Eldor Shomurodov is currently with the national team. After fulfilling his duty with the national squad, he will return to "Roma" and begin leading the team towards a spot in the UEFA Champions League. If Ranieri chooses the 3-5-2 formation, this season could become a real springboard for Eldor.
Regardless, 2025 is turning into a significant test and a great opportunity year for Eldor Shomurodov. The burden of "Roma's" attack will now rest on his shoulders. Fans are eagerly watching how he will perform in this new role.
