Argentina reaches World Cup quarter-finals as Soulé and Dybala celebrate

AS Roma have submitted a formal offer to Fenerbahce for Dutch winger Oosterwolde, according to Turkish journalist Yağız Sabuncuoğlu. The proposal is structured as a loan with an option to purchase, with the overall package including bonuses potentially reaching close to €20 million. The move reflects Roma's continued search for wide attacking reinforcement this summer after encountering difficulties in pursuing Luis Henrique, Udogie and Cacciamani. Sports director D'Amico has kept Oosterwolde high on his list of targets and has now moved from initial interest to concrete action. The winger's fitness remains a consideration for the Giallorossi, though Roma's internal assessment suggests his recovery is progressing positively and he should be available within three weeks. This development signals a serious push from the club to add depth to their attacking options before the transfer window closes.

Gasperini confirmed Wesley fit to start in Roma's opening match against Fiorentina after the Brazilian trained with the squad and shook off a minor issue from recent days. Wesley is expected to replicate his debut performance against Bologna. The only remaining selection question in attack centres on Gasperini's choice between Mora and Soulé. In the transfer market, Roma are pursuing Chelsea winger Gittens, though the London club are resisting a loan deal and demanding a permanent move. The situation is complicated by the wider transfer movements at Chelsea, particularly involving Mudryk, whose future could directly influence the Blues' stance on Gittens. Luis Henrique remains the leading target on the left flank, with Oosterwolde also back on Roma's radar. Rodrigo Taddei visited Trigoria to welcome his namesake, offering a special greeting to the incoming Portuguese player.

Mora is the most anticipated arrival in Roma's summer transfer market. The Portuguese player, described as talented and eager to prove himself in a new environment, has been selected by Gasperini for the debut fixture against Fiorentina. Mora is keen to make an immediate impact at the Olimpico and begin writing his story in giallorosso colours. Mora's surname echoes that of Rodrigo Taddei, the Brazilian who spent years as a cornerstone of Roma's squad under managers including Spalletti and Garcia. Taddei built a special bond with supporters through his performances, goals, and commitment to the club. Today Taddei returned to Trigoria, where he left a welcoming message for his namesake: "I am here to wish you good luck, may God bless you and may you be able to realise all your dreams with our magical Roma. Much success. Forza Roma always". Mora will take the field on Monday. Taddei will be watching.

Roma begin their 2026–27 Serie A campaign at the Olimpico on Monday night against Fiorentina, fresh from securing Champions League football via third place last season. Bookmakers have installed the Giallorossi as clear favourites: a Roma win is priced at 1.60 on Snai, a draw at 4.00, and a Fiorentina victory at 5.75. Four of the last five meetings between the clubs have produced at least three goals combined, as have all of Roma's pre-season friendlies, making Over (1.86) slightly favoured over Under (1.91). Gasperini is expected to deploy two forwards with Paulo Dybala in support, though new signing Rodrigo Mora is anticipated to start on the bench. Santiago Castro, Roma's new number 9, leads the goalscorer markets at 2.40, narrowly ahead of Dybala and Donyell Malen, both at 2.50. Among the wider options, Nahuel Molina is quoted at 12.00 and Wesley at 9.00. Bryan Cristante and Gianluca Mancini are priced at 7.50 and 12.00 respectively. The exact scoreline deemed most likely is 1–0 to Roma at 7.00, followed by 2–0 and 1–1 at 7.50 each.

Wesley has returned to full training and will occupy the left flank in Monday's season opener against Fiorentina at the Olimpico, with an ankle problem now resolved. The Brazilian, who missed a friendly against Borussia Dortmund, scored against the Viola at the same venue last season and is ready to feature. Molina will make his debut on the opposite flank. In midfield, Gasperini will deploy the Cristante–Koné pairing, while the main uncertainty centres on the attacking midfield role behind Dybala and Malen, where Mora and Soulé are competing. The defence will be anchored by Svilar in goal, with Mancini, N'Dicka, and Hermoso forming the back three. Pisilli is also available, though Pellegrini will need more time to recover. Roma are primed for their 2026–27 campaign.

Sebino Nela, the legendary Roma defender and 1982–83 Scudetto winner, has assessed Gian Piero Gasperini's squad ahead of the transfer deadline, which falls in less than two weeks. Nela believes Roma has improved but still requires reinforcements in two areas: a wide midfielder and a winger striker. "The Roma has still need of a wide midfielder and of a winger striker," Nela told Il Tempo. "The season is long, there are three competitions and it is important to have a deep squad. In the football of five substitutions, having a bench of level can make the difference." On the summer arrivals, Nela praised Castro and Molina but urged patience with Koulierakis, who is adapting to Italian football. He remains cautious about Rodrigo Mora as an attacking option, questioning whether his profile matches what the team needs despite Gasperini's backing. However, Nela acknowledged that if Mora flourishes under the coach's guidance, "a day, maybe, he will become a new Dybala, especially if he follows the coach's indications." He suggested a strong one-on-one player capable of scoring goals would complete an attack already bolstered by Soulé, Dybala, Mora, and Pellegrini.