Paredes: "We must think ahead, preparing for the next game as best we can”

Here's what he had to say...

Mourinho mentioned a physical difference between you and Bologna. Do you agree?

“They are a very physical, intense team, and we were not at our best.”

Today you struggled to play the ball forward. Did you possibly miss the attacker dropping deep?

“They are all different players with their own characteristics. You must always give your best effort. We didn't do that today, even though we tried.

“We must think ahead, preparing for the next game as best we can.”

You will face Napoli, Juventus, Atalanta, and Milan in your next four games. Is the Champions League positions slipping away as a result of this defeat?

"We are aware that we will have four very difficult matches. It is entirely up to us to prepare the matches as thoroughly as possible. To put everything into them physically in order to arrive at these matches in the best possible way."

How come you didn't show up? Perhaps due to absences or injuries?

"No, we must not make excuses. Instead, we must all do our best to bring the points home, which is the most important thing." 

Mourinho has stated that he wants to stay at Roma. How do you react?

“I haven't seen his interview, but having him as a coach is an incredible thing and very important for us and Roma.”

You and Dybala are good friends. How much does he suffer as a result of his constant injuries?

“He suffers greatly, as do the rest of us and the Roma fans. We recognise his importance to the team, and we hope he recovers quickly.”

Predictions for the Europa League draw? Teams to avoid?

“I believe that today's teams are all strong and capable of giving us problems. We need to be be careful with everyone.”