How Champions League qualification could transform Roma's finances and transfer strategy

Roma is tracking Antonio Nusa as part of its forward planning, with RB Leipzig having set a price for the player. Liverpool is also reported to be interested in the Norwegian winger. Details of the fee and the timeline for any potential move remain unclear. Nusa has emerged as a target for Roma as the club continues to evaluate attacking reinforcements for the squad.

Lorenzo Pellegrini's contract situation at Roma continues to be a sensitive issue for the club. The midfielder's deal is set to expire, leaving his future uncertain. Al-Hilal, managed by Inzaghi, is reportedly considering a move for Pellegrini as a free agent, viewing the opportunity to acquire him without a transfer fee. Pellegrini remains a key figure in Roma's midfield plans, but the expiring contract creates a window for interested clubs. The potential interest from Saudi Arabia adds another dimension to contract negotiations at the Giallorossi, with the coming months likely to prove decisive in determining whether the Rome-born midfielder extends his stay or moves elsewhere.

Roma is actively working on player departures to meet Financial Fair Play requirements ahead of the appointment of a new sporting director. Inter has renewed contact with French midfielder Manu Koné, with fresh negotiations scheduled after the Friedkin Group vetoed a deal last summer. The talks are described as having genuine potential to succeed this time. Defender Ziolkowski, seeking more playing time, has fielded rejected offers from January and now faces multiple Premier League bids reportedly in the region of €20 million. Fellow defender Ndicka, who recently parted ways with his long-standing agent, has received several proposals from English and German clubs, where he previously played for Eintracht. A potential swap involving Ndicka and Juventus midfielder Koopmeiners has been confirmed as under discussion, though the Dutchman's substantial salary of €4.5 million net per season remains a significant obstacle. In attacking areas, Ukrainian forward Artem Dovbyk could remain at Roma but may depart if concrete offers arrive, having held discussions with Juventus as they search for a new striker. Young talent Venturino, still officially owned by Genoa, has attracted strong interest from Como, where manager Cesc Fabregas has spoken directly with the 2006-born prospect. Venturino is expected to be bought back and resold by Roma in the coming days.

Marquinhos, PSG's Brazilian defender and captain, has spoken about his ongoing affection for AS Roma, where he played during the 2012–13 season before moving to Paris. In an interview with Sky Sport ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal, Marquinhos confirmed his continued interest in the club: "Always, I follow Roma always. There is Wesley, who is playing and playing really well. He will also come to the national team with us and it always makes me happy to accompany them." Wesley, Roma's current defender, has impressed Marquinhos during their interactions at international level. The PSG captain's remarks highlight his enduring connection to the Giallorossi despite spending over a decade elsewhere. Marquinhos also discussed his time with Carlo Ancelotti's coaching staff, noting that Italian speakers are present in the setup and expressing his hope that Italian fans might support Ancelotti's team at the World Cup. He expressed disappointment at Italy's failure to qualify for the tournament, calling it "a historic national team and a shame."

AS Roma faces significant disciplinary consequences following the heated Derby della Capitale in Serie A's 37th round. The Sports Judge handed Wesley a one-match suspension for an incident in the second half, ruling him out of Roma's final fixture at Hellas Verona. The Brazilian winger was also fined €10,000 after striking an opponent in the face without causing injury. Nicolò Rovella received identical punishment—one-game ban and €10,000 fine—for his involvement in the same confrontation. The disciplinary blow extends beyond Wesley's absence. Two Roma players entered the warned list following the derby: Mario Hermoso received his ninth yellow card of the season, while Stephan El Shaarawy collected his fourth. Both now join Gianluca Mancini on Roma's caution list, meaning any further booking at Verona would trigger automatic suspension. This creates a significant strategic challenge for head coach Gian Piero Gasperini as Roma prepares for what is described as a crucial final match of the campaign. The disciplinary situation also carries implications for potential sanctions carrying into the next season. The Sports Judge Gerardo Mastrandrea issued the official decisions following the intense encounter.

AS Roma has five days to prepare for a crucial Champions League qualification match against Hellas Verona on Sunday at 20:45. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini is working to get midfielder Manu Koné fit in time after the French player completed individual field work during training on Tuesday. Koné is considered the injury concern with the best chance of returning for the Verona fixture. However, Gasperini will definitely be without Wesley, who is suspended following a red card in the derby, and Ndicka, who is unavailable for at least a month due to injury. Pellegrini, Venturino, and Zaragoza remain absent from group training and their participation in the away trip to Verona is very unlikely. The injuries have depleted Roma's options as the team pursues the points needed to secure European football next season. Koné's personal training regimen suggests he is being carefully managed ahead of what could be a decisive final match of the campaign.