Roma searching for new sporting director to replace Massara

Roma is preparing to officially announce Tony D'Amico's appointment following negotiations with Atalanta. Among D'Amico's early priorities is addressing the club's flanking options, with Zappacosta emerging as a target. However, Atalanta has resisted Roma's approach for the player, creating an obstacle to the potential transfer. Details on the timeline and Roma's alternative plans remain unclear.

AS Roma is preparing its summer schedule, which will include a series of international friendlies and a new season ticket campaign. While the club's work at its Trigoria training ground continues on transfer matters, the focus has turned to shaping the pre-season programme with precision. Details of the specific friendlies, opponents, and ticket campaign rollout remain unclear from the available information.

José Mourinho has been officially appointed as head coach of Real Madrid after the club paid a €15 million release clause to Benfica. This represents a return to the Spanish club for Mourinho, who previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013. The deal was finalized following several days of negotiations, with Mourinho having already given his consent to the move. Mourinho's departure marks the end of his time at AS Roma, where he spent two and a half years in charge. During his tenure at the Stadio Olimpico, he guided the club to the UEFA Europa Conference League title in 2022 and maintained a strong connection with the fanbase. His appointment at Real Madrid represents a significant move in European football, reuniting him with one of the continent's elite clubs. Benfica released an official statement confirming the transfer: "Real Madrid has formally expressed its intention to hire José Mourinho for a sum equal to €15 million, with the coach having already given his consent. Thank you, José Mourinho." The managerial change at Roma comes as the club continues to develop under new leadership, with Gian Piero Gasperini currently at the helm.