Roma striker Francesco Totti has personally moved to allay fears he is facing a new spell on the sidelines after limping off with a knee injury during the second half of yesterday’s 2-0 win over Parma in Serie A.

“My injury is not serious and I think I’ll be available soon after the Christmas break,” the captain wrote on his official website.

Roma saw off the in-form Ducali thanks to goals from Nicolas Burdisso goal and Matteo Brighi to move into fourth place in the table.

“It was important to finish the year in fourth spot and we managed it,” said Totti.

“Now the table is on our side and we must start over with the same spirit and belief.”

Roma have confirmed on their website that Totti only suffered bruising on his right knee.

The Lupi will pay visit to Cagliari on January 6.