Edin Dzeko must face a long suspension after the attack of the Rome striker on the referee

Roma striker Edin Dzeko faces a long pbad on the sidelines after appearing to spit on the referee as Fiorentina crumbles his team.

The Bosnian international, winner of the Premier League in Manchester City, was sacked in the 72nd minute of Roma, 7-1, beating for his dissent.

A video and images seem to show the 32 year old man who spits on the official website of Gianluca Manganiello.

The incident occurred at 3-1. The Viola led the Romans apart in the quarterfinals of the Coppa Italia. That night, Juventus' offer to retain the trophy resulted in a defeat at Atalanta.

The Italian federation is now waiting for the match report of the referee, who will confirm the reasons for which he dismissed Dzeko.

His exclusion will be postponed in Serie A, but Dzeko seems almost certain of a severe and long suspension if the spitting is confirmed.

Eusebio Di Francesco is under pressure and apologized to fans for this "shameful performance".

However, Giallorossi's chief insisted that he not resign.

"Resign, let's leave that aside, this thought never came to my mind," he told reporters after Wednesday's match.

"I think any comment would be superfluous, whether it is technical or tactical.

"All I can do is apologize, it was a terrible performance in every way."