Roma's Champions League ambitions are getting a serious Dutch boost, and two names are on everyone's lips: Malen and Rensch. The former Ajax full-back turned into an unexpected hero at the Tardini, netting the equalizer and then winning a last-gasp penalty that his compatriot coolly converted for his 13th Serie A goal in just 16 games.

It's been quite a journey for the 2003-born defender, who arrived in the Italian capital about a year and a half ago for a modest €5 million. He couldn't hold back the tears when he signed, and now those emotions are paying off. While he hasn't been a regular starter under Gasperini this season, the coach has always kept him in the mix—like in the first leg of the derby, which Roma won 1-0 thanks to a goal from the ever-reliable Pellegrini.

Rensch's versatility has been a key asset; he's been deployed on both flanks, giving Gasperini tactical flexibility. His performances have been a rollercoaster—brilliant moments like at the Tardini mixed with some costly errors. But that's the life of a young player finding his feet in a top league.

According to Corriere dello Sport, Rensch is eager to cement his place in next season's squad. He's hoping to edge out Celik for a starting spot ahead of the massive derby against Lazio. After the Parma win, he was already locked in on the next challenge, calling it "the most important match." If his recent form is anything to go by, he might just be the key to another big victory.