Cagliari boss hints at substitute role for Kwadwo Asamoah against Lazio

Kwadwo AsamoahCagliari Calcio coach Eusebio Francesco says newly-signed Ghana midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah could start from the bench in the Italian Serie A encounter against SS Lazio on Sunday.Asamoah, 32, joined Cagliari on a four-month deal as a free agent last week.The versatile enforcer could make his debut for the Sardinians when they travel to the Stade Olimpico to face high-flying Lazio.Cagliari gaffer Eusebio Francesco could not hide his delight with the players fitness but believes starting him from the bench is the best.I am evaluating every option, also based on who is available to play. I will not give you any more clues than that, smiled Di Francesco.Its also not necessarily true that we need a playmaker. Its a delicate role where you need physicality, stamina and tactical intelligence. Its not good that we are constantly having to make do and try to create someone in that position.Rugani is in good shape and could be in the starting XI. Kwadwo Asamoah needs a little more fitness work, but hes actually in better condition than I expected, so he could come off the bench if needed.