Former Roma midfielder Dacourt criticizes decision to let De Rossi go; questions Totti's role on the sidelines

In an interview with Gazzetta.it, he expressed, "Daniele is not just a dear friend, but a genuine individual who always speaks his mind. We had a conversation recently, although it didn't revolve around football. I believe that showing a bit more patience and, most importantly, respect towards a person of his caliber and the emblem he represents would have been appropriate."

Dacourt is also amazed Francesco Totti remains on the outside at Roma: "It's sensational. Do you understand what I mean when I say that respect is needed?

"Francesco is a monument in Rome, he is history. And then I'm sure he would be useful, perhaps supported by someone who deals with the sporting part. But when a new player arrives in Rome, the fact that someone like Totti can explain to him what it means to wear that shirt, would make something click inside, it would give a different push.

"I would like to see him one day as an ambassador for the club."