Alajbegovic prioritises Roma but Premier League interest grows

Paulo Dybala has signed a contract extension with Roma through 30 June 2027, ending months of negotiation. The Argentine forward expressed his satisfaction after the club's official announcement, stating: "Questa storia continua come volevamo tutti: la società, io e i tifosi. Poter continuare a difendere la maglia della Roma per me è un privilegio." The deal contains no option for a further year, meaning his future beyond 2027 will depend on his on-pitch performance. The new agreement represents a significant reduction in Dybala's earnings. His fixed salary is set at €2.5 million net—approximately €4.65 million gross—plus performance bonuses that could raise his total compensation to €4 million if all targets are met. This marks a considerable drop from his previous wage of around €6.5 million net (over €12 million gross) in the recently concluded season. The reduction reflects Roma's broader wage restructuring under the Friedkin Group, though the figures remain substantial for the club's wage bill. The contract extension caps a lengthy negotiation process that began before the end of last season. The absence of an additional option clause places responsibility squarely on Dybala's performances during the 2026–27 campaign to determine whether Roma will offer him further terms.

Artem Dovbyk is close to leaving Roma for Genoa, with the Ukrainian striker having agreed in principle to the transfer. Genoa are managed by Daniele De Rossi, who signed Dovbyk for Roma in summer 2024 before being sacked at the start of the season. De Rossi is keen to work with the striker again and offer him a more central role in his team. The two clubs are negotiating over the structure and terms of the deal. A long-term contract until 2031 has been outlined, comprising an initial loan period followed by a potential four-year permanent agreement. However, Roma and Genoa remain apart on the mechanism: Genoa are pushing for a loan with a right of redemption and want Roma to contribute toward Dovbyk's wages, while Roma's hierarchy, having decided to sell after a difficult season and poor fit under Gian Piero Gasperini, would prefer an obligation to buy or a structure guaranteeing immediate financial return. Negotiations between the clubs are continuing intensively as both sides work to bridge the gap and reach an agreement that satisfies Roma's financial requirements and De Rossi's tactical demands.

Roma are pursuing a contract extension for goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini as part of a broader squad retention effort following the recent renewal of Paulo Dybala and ongoing negotiations with Zeki Çelik and Lorenzo Pellegrini. The club intends to prolong Gollini's deal by a further year, extending it from its current expiry date of June 2027 to June 2028, according to Il Tempo. Gollini, who responded to Gasperini's call-up for the national team gathering, is set to continue as backup to Mile Svilar for the next two seasons. Despite limited playing time last season, appearing only in Roma's Europa League group-stage match against Panathinaikos, Gollini remains valued as a reliable and important resource for the squad. The goalkeeper's retention forms part of Roma's preparations for a demanding campaign ahead, with the club committed to competing in both Serie A and the Champions League. The consolidation of Gollini's status reflects Roma's strategy to maintain squad depth and experience in a season expected to be lengthy and challenging.