Ashley Cole on the fringes at Roma as former Chelsea star poses for awkward team photo (like a kid on his first day)



Cole joined Roma after eight years at Stamford Bridge

Defender on the periphery of Roma team photo

Cole and Roma will face Real Madrid on Wednesday



Despite his extensive top level experience and a mantlepiece packed with medals, Ashley Cole appeared to be playing the role of new kid at school in a photo with his Roma team-mates.



The former England and Chelsea star moved to the Serie A club on a free transfer in July, ending a glittering eight-year stay at Stamford Bridge.

But when the Italian side got together for a team picture at training, Cole was left on the periphery, some way away from the rest of the squad.



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Left back (nearly out of shot): Ashley Cole appears shy and reserved in a team photo at training with Roma

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