De Rossi says he spoke with Aquilani through the night after his dismissal

Daniele De Rossi says he spoke with Alberto Aquilani through the night after Aquilani was dismissed from his coaching job.

De Rossi said he was sorry about the dismissal, which came shortly before the two men were due to face each other.

De Rossi and Aquilani are longtime friends and former Roma teammates, and De Rossi said he expects Aquilani, a talented coach, to have future success.

De Rossi is also the subject of a docuseries about Ostiamare, the club he owns, and its role in the local community.

The series looks beyond match results to the club’s daily work, facilities, youth program and ties to the city.

De Rossi said he hopes young players at the club will become future supporters.

The docuseries starts on Sky and Now on November 19.