Mats Hummels considering retirement as veteran German defender already wants out of Roma amid dismal start to season

The 35-year-old has clocked just 23 minutes of playing time in Serie A since joining Roma in a free transfer following his departure from Borussia Dortmund. It has been a hectic time for the club, having already fired two coaches - Daniele De Rossi and Ivan Juric - this season as they sit 12th in the Italian top-flight with just three wins from 12 matches.

Hummels' lack of playing time and the chaos around the team has resulted in the centre-back considering his future, as Sky Sport reports he is willing to leave the club in the January transfer window. If no suitable offer arises, he could decide to hang up his boots.

Roma appointed Claudio Ranieri as the club's new coach and he has suggested Hummels will play a more prominent role from now on.

"I watched a few games. But why shouldn't this boy play? Let's see, he's of a certain age too," Ranieri said in his first press conference as Roma boss. "I choose who makes me win, the good coach is the one who makes the fewest mistakes."

The former Germany star is yet to make a final decision on his future and may decide to stay if he plays more under Ranieri and results improve between now and January. The capital club face a massive test as they take on league leaders Napoli in their next game on November 24.