Alajbegovic torn between Roma and Atalanta as transfer race hots up
Transfer News·10 June 2026·40d ago

Alajbegovic torn between Roma and Atalanta as transfer race hots up

Source: Forza Roma

Roma are competing with Atalanta for Bosnian forward Alajbegovic, who has indicated a preference for Serie A over a move to Sunderland in the Premier League. The 23-year-old is attracted to Roma by the club's history and prestige, the prospect of playing Champions League football, and the opportunity to work under Gasperini. Fellow Bosnian Pjanic has acted as an intermediary, explaining what it means to play for the Giallorossi, following in the footsteps of Dzeko. However, Atalanta presents a rival pull: immediate first-team football and a concrete role in their project under Maurizio Sarri, as well as Europa Conference League football offering less pressure and more opportunity to develop.

The key difference between the two Serie A clubs centres on playing time. Roma already have Matías Soulé in his position and are working to bring in Greenwood, meaning Alajbegovic would be a prospect for growth rather than an immediate starter—the latter role reserved for Gasperini's Champions League 'gift' to the squad. Atalanta would offer him an immediate starting berth and minutes from day one under Sarri's leadership. Roma's interest from Napoli and Fiorentina has cooled; Napoli withdrew after Antonio Conte's departure. The financial barrier lies with Sunderland: Bayer Leverkusen's asking price of €30 million is manageable in England but presents a hurdle in Italy. Alajbegovic has reportedly already chosen the Italian path, prioritising Serie A over the Premier League, though the Sunderland option remains available.

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C'è anche il Sunderland, ma lui vuole l'Italia. Sarà un giugno caldo. La Roma è sul tavolo. E al centro c'è l'estro del bosniaco Redazione 10 giugno - 16:42 Greenwood, il sogno di Gasperini per alzare il livello e vincere subito Per storia, per nome, per simbolo, la Roma rappresenta ancora oggi uno…

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