Serie A sides Roma and Como were in pre-season action this evening, as Gian Piero Gasperini’s Giallorossi side were defeated 4-0 by Premier League side Aston Villa and Cesc Fabregas’ Como emerged

The Emery era has tended to be adept in managing turbulence — how his side start the season proper will be another test of such resolve

A slow summer has tempered expectations but guile of Morgan Rogers and guidance of Unai Emery should inspire again