Tensions are rising at AS Roma, where a disagreement over the availability of wing-back Wesley is fueling a public rift between head coach Gian Piero Gasperini and senior advisor Claudio Ranieri. The latest reports suggest the Brazilian defender will miss this weekend's crucial Serie A clash against Atalanta, adding another layer of conflict to an already strained relationship.

The friction became public last week when Ranieri gave an interview claiming Gasperini was not among the club's top three coaching candidates before his appointment. He also criticized the coach for his previous remarks about the club's transfer business. This led to a reported cold war at the training ground, with Gasperini later admitting he was "surprised" by Ranieri's comments.

Now, the situation appears to be reaching a breaking point. Italian media reports indicate the club's ownership may soon have to choose between backing the coach or siding with Ranieri and sporting director Ricky Massara. It's increasingly unlikely both factions will remain at the club by the start of the 2026-27 season.

The immediate footballing issue centers on Wesley, a player Gasperini has previously praised as a model signing. However, injuries have plagued Roma's campaign, and the coach has been vocal about his frustration with recruiting injury-prone players and the medical staff's handling of situations. Wesley's current hamstring issue, which has sidelined him for two of the last three matches, has now become a fresh point of contention between the embattled coach and the club's hierarchy.