Roma president James Pallotta has rubbished the "ridiculous" suggestions that coach Rudi Garcia will not be in charge of the club next season.

Garcia's position in the Italian capital is said to be uncertain as the Giallorossi sit nine points behind leaders Juventus after drawing seven of their nine games in 2015.

"Of course Garcia will be our coach next season, why would he not be?" Pallotta told reporters. "He's not going anywhere - it's my call and that's ridiculous.

"He's had to deal with so many injuries and change formations so many times."

Despite their domestic woes since the turn of the year, Roma remain in contention for a Europa League title and will face fellow Serie A outfit Fiorentina in the last 16.

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Shane Callaghan