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Mancini back in business Friday 14 September, 2007

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Amantino Mancini is finally ready to make his return from injury and is not concerned that Roma may have been doing well enough without him.

“I cannot wait to play, give my contribution and make my mark,” said the Brazilian winger.


The Giallorossi are top of the Serie A table, have not conceded a single goal in two games and beat Inter for the Italian Super Cup without the aid of Mancini.


“I do believe I have a long way to go yet, above all in terms of consistency, but I am sure that I can give even more to Roma.”


The arrival of Ludovic Giuly and fellow Brazilian Cicinho means there is more competition for places at the Stadio Olimpico this term.


“It is extra motivation to have more components of great quality in the side,” insisted Mancini on Sky Italia.


“I wouldn’t want to be in Coach Luciano Spalletti’s shoes, as there are so many options to choose from and who deserve to be first team players. I do believe that greater competition for places is a positive thing, though.”


The former Venezia man is set to make his comeback this Sunday afternoon against Reggina, hoping to keep Roma on top of the Serie A standings.


“I am so very happy to be back playing again and to be a part of this squad,” he concluded.


It is hoped he will also be fit enough to start in Roma’s Champions League opener with Dynamo Kiev on Wednesday evening.

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