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Gian Piero Gasperini held talks with Roma's hierarchy at the Trigoria training ground as the club moves into the decisive phase of its transfer business ahead of the season's opening fixture. During the meeting, Gasperini restated his need for three more additions: two strikers and a left winger. Tony D'Amico is close to wrapping up a deal for Porto's attacking midfielder Rodrigo Mora at a cost of approximately €50 million, a figure set as the maximum limit by new chief executive John Galantic. Galantic's involvement has provided Gasperini with the clarity and direct communication with ownership he has long sought. However, the executive had to apply the brakes on the prospect of an immediate double signing in attack due to the club's financial constraints. Once Mora's transfer is completed, Roma will shift its full focus to the left flank. Destiny Udogie remains the top target, though Luis Henrique of Inter—available on loan with an option to buy—and Alessio Cacciamani of Torino are keeping the options warm. Torino have softened their demands for Cacciamani, lowering their asking price to €15 million.

Roma's return to the Champions League has triggered a wave of supporter anger over subscription prices for the club's cup competitions. A new season-ticket campaign covering four Champions League matches and one Coppa Italia fixture opens on 12 August at noon. Fans have vented their frustration on social media, with comments including "You should be ashamed" and "You're good at playing with our emotions." The price increases are substantial. In the Curva Sud central and side sections, the minimum cost for a Classic subscription has risen from €57 to €155—a 172% increase compared to last season. Curva Nord and Tribuna Tevere have seen even steeper rises: the Top Centrale section price climbed from €138 to €330, a 140% increase year-on-year. While some dismiss the criticism as overblown, the figures reflect how Roma's Champions League qualification has translated directly into higher costs for supporters seeking season tickets across the club's main competition fixtures.

Roma have opened cup subscriptions for the 2026–27 season, covering five matches: four Champions League group-phase home fixtures and a Coppa Italia round-of-16 tie. Prices start at €31 per match. Serie A season-ticket holders receive priority access from 12:00 on 12 August to 13:00 on 19 August, with the option to select a different seat. General sale runs from 15:00 on 19 August until 18:00 on 26 August or until sold out. Two packages are offered—Classic and Plus, the latter allowing resale rights for all matches; seat transfers are not available. Portuguese talent Rodrigo Mora is nearing a move to Roma, with a contract ready until 2031 and personal terms already agreed. Negotiations with Porto continue over structure rather than principle; Roma propose €25 million upfront plus 50 per cent of future resale proceeds, with an option to pay a further €25 million in 2027 to eliminate the resale clause. Porto prefer the buyout figure to stand at €25 million from the outset. Gabriel Martinelli remains under pursuit; Roma have opened talks with Roc Nation Sports, his representatives. Arsenal would consider selling for approximately €50 million, though his €11 million-per-season gross salary remains a sticking point as Roma seek to negotiate downward. In squad news, Manu Koné has returned from post-World Cup leave with no serious interest beyond a tentative Chelsea inquiry. Nahuel Molina landed at Rome Fiumicino airport yesterday and will sign a four-year contract today, becoming immediately available to Gian Piero Gasperini. Lorenzo Pellegrini, the captain, continues recovery from a right thigh muscle relapse and will rejoin group training after 15 August.