D'Amico emerges as leading candidate to replace Massara at Roma

Roma is reportedly keen to bring defender Ndicka back to the club, with Bournemouth also linked to the Ivorian player. With the June 30 transfer deadline approaching in roughly two months, Roma faces pressure to generate funds—reportedly around €80 million—to balance its budget. The potential sale or departure of key players remains a priority as the club navigates the summer transfer window. Ndicka's situation highlights Roma's pursuit of defensive reinforcements while managing financial constraints.

Roma are actively exploring a move for Sampson Dweh, a 23-year-old central defender currently at Viktoria Plzen. Dweh, a Liberian international, has already faced Roma at the Olimpico and has entered the club's transfer radar after director Massara initiated preliminary contact with the Czech club in recent weeks. The Plzen valuation stands at approximately €8 million, a figure Roma view as manageable. The pursuit of Dweh is framed as contingency planning following the likely summer departure of defender Ndicka. The Ivorian is among the principal candidates to leave Roma this summer, with English club Bournemouth already monitoring the situation. Dweh's acquisition would serve as a successor to Ndicka in Roma's defensive setup. The 2001-born defender is contracted to Plzen until 2029 and would occupy a non-EU slot in Roma's squad registration. Dweh's emergence as a concrete target reflects Roma's forward planning for the transfer window. The modest fee and existing contractual terms suggest the deal presents no substantial obstacles, though negotiations with Plzen will determine the final shape of any agreement.

Evan Ndicka has emerged as one of AS Roma's most likely departure targets this summer, with English Premier League side Bournemouth reportedly preparing an approach for the Ivorian defender. Bournemouth, managed by Tiago Pinto—who originally brought Ndicka to Roma in 2023 on a free transfer—have identified the player as a target for the coming season. No official contact between the clubs has been confirmed; the interest remains in its initial stages, though described as concrete. Roma face significant financial constraints tied to UEFA Fair Play regulations, requiring the club to generate approximately 80 million euros in sales by 30 June. Ndicka represents an asset capable of generating full profit for the Giallorossi, having arrived without a transfer fee. His market value is estimated between 35 and 40 million euros, making him a potential solution to Roma's financial obligations. The left-back's potential exit would come amid broader squad reshaping at the club. Ndicka has established himself as a key defensive option since his 2023 arrival and would represent a significant departure if the transfer materializes.

Roma is pursuing Giovanni Manna, Napoli's sporting director, as a replacement in its front office following an internal restructuring. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini and ownership view Manna as their top choice, believing they will operate in sync—a contrast to Gasperini's current relationship with Roma director Frederic Massara. Manna has earned widespread respect at Napoli for balancing youth development with experienced signings, and previously managed Juventus' Next Gen squad, which aligns with Roma's plan to establish a second team. Manna remains under contract with Napoli until 2029, making any move challenging. Club president Aurelio De Laurentiis is unlikely to release him without significant resistance. Roma's shortlist also includes Cristiano Giuntoli, Atalanta's Tony D'Amico, and Verona's Sean Sogliano as alternative options. Beyond the director role, Roma intends to strengthen three areas next summer: a new left-back to allow Wesley to shift to the right wing, a pacey attacker following failed experiments with Leon Bailey and Bryan Zaragoza, and potentially address midfield depth depending on potential departures of either Manu Koné or Evan N'Dicka.

Wesley has become central to Roma's attacking approach, with statistics revealing a significant performance gap when the Brazilian winger is absent. In seven Serie A matches without him this season, Roma recorded three defeats and one draw. With Wesley on the pitch, the side creates more chances (2.33 per match versus 0.86), attempts more shots (13.4 versus 11), and scores more goals (1.44 versus 1.29). Head coach Gasperini's emphasis on keeping Wesley reflects this tactical importance, and recent performances at Bologna have underscored his value. Wesley's versatility across both flanks has also impressed the coaching staff. Roma's recruitment team is now seeking reinforcements for the fullback positions, with several players departing. Tsimikas and Angelino are set to leave, while Celik's contract is expiring. According to reports, two primary targets have been identified: Dodò from Fiorentina represents the ambitious option, as contract renewal talks with the Serie A club have stalled and his deal expires within a year; Belghali of Verona offers a flexible alternative capable of playing on either flank. Previous contact with Belghali had been established in January before his Copa d'Africa commitments, with both parties agreeing to resume discussions in the summer. Inter and Juventus are also tracking Belghali. Additional names linked include Fortini and Carlos Augusto for the left flank, as Gasperini expects significant squad reinforcement in the transfer window.

Roma is planning a significant restructuring of its attack under new head coach Gasperini, with Donyell Malen and Matías Soulé expected to remain as exceptions. The club has identified RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa as a primary target for the left flank. Leipzig reportedly demanded €50 million for the Norwegian in January, but his valuation is expected to decrease in the summer transfer window. Other attacking options under consideration include Tel from Tottenham and Godts from Ajax, while the club is also monitoring Julian Brandt, who is available on a free transfer and previously played alongside Malen at Borussia Dortmund. Gasperini has outlined clear instructions to the Friedkin Group that the attack requires rebuilding, particularly if Paulo Dybala does not renew his contract. Several players are expected to depart, including Zaragoza, Venturino, El Shaarawy, and Ferguson. On the defensive side, Evan Ndicka is viewed as a potential sale to generate funds, with Lucumì emerging as a replacement option. Midfielder Youssouf Koné remains a transfer target for Inter, though he is expected to be available for Monday's match against Fiorentina alongside defender Zeki Çelik. Meanwhile, the club is close to appointing a new sporting director to oversee the summer transfer strategy. Daniele Massara is departing, with candidates including Paratici and Giuntoli, though D'Amico from Atalanta—who has previously worked with Gasperini—appears to be the leading option. On the pitch, Wesley's impact is notable: Roma averages 1.89 points per match with the Brazilian playing, compared to 1.43 without him.