Gasperini: Malen Could Chase Higuain's Serie A Record

Roma coach sees Malen's lethal finishing as a threat to a record that has stood for a decade.

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What happened. Gasperini said he wouldn't be surprised if Malen challenges Higuain's 36-goal Serie A record, praising his first touch and movement.

• Malen scored 14 goals in the second half of last season after joining on loan.
• Roma made the deal permanent for €25m at the end of last season.
• Gasperini criticized Malen for a careless miss against Lecce.

“If he threatens Higuain's record of 36, I'm not surprised.”

— Gian Piero Gasperini

Malen has settled into a centre-forward role under Gasperini, unlocking his potential.

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