Dybala Set to Stay at Roma as Boca Juniors Pursues Familiar Strategy

Roma is actively pursuing Ruggeri as a target to strengthen its flanks, with the player's agents confirming the club's interest. However, Roma faces competition from another Serie A or European heavyweight for the defender's signature. The 23-year-old left-back remains a priority in the club's defensive recruitment plan as Gasperini's side seeks to bolster its wide positions ahead of the coming window. Details remain unclear regarding the potential fee or timeline for negotiations.

Roma is intensifying efforts to sign Juan Manuel Ruggeri, an Atlético Madrid defender, as the club looks to strengthen its flanks. Ruggeri has been on Roma's radar since January, but interest has now become more concrete. The player's agents, Manuel Montipò and Tullio Tinti, confirmed the interest during an interview with Sky Sport, stating: "Atlético is very happy to keep him, but in football anything can happen. He has requests both in Italy and abroad." The agents also acknowledged potential interest from other top clubs, including Juventus, though they were less direct when asked specifically about Roma. Roma seeks additional reinforcement on the wings beyond Wesley, the current squad option. Previous target Dodo from Fiorentina appeared to lose momentum, with recent developments stalling that line of inquiry. Ruggeri, a former Atalanta player now at Atlético Madrid, represents an alternative avenue for the club's recruitment strategy. When pressed about Juventus's possible involvement, the agents suggested: "It is a top club and as such looks at strong players. There could also be interest." However, regarding Roma specifically, their response remained more evasive, hinting at competition from other suitors. The situation remains fluid, with multiple clubs potentially pursuing the defender's signature.

Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini is prioritizing defensive reinforcements for AS Roma while also building an attacking-focused squad designed to impose Roma's style across European competition. The club is exploring options in the Brazilian market to bolster the backline. Gasperini is tasked with constructing a team capable of competing at the highest level, with defensive solidity serving as the foundation for Roma's attacking ambitions. The specific Brazilian targets under consideration remain unclear, but the strategy reflects a dual approach: defensive stability paired with attacking prowess.

Tony D'Amico is set to become AS Roma's new sporting director after resolving contractual issues with Atalanta. The former Verona executive resolved the financial pending matters with the Bergamo club on the morning of the announcement and is now ready to sign with Roma. Official confirmation from the club is expected within the coming days. D'Amico will work alongside head coach Gian Piero Gasperini. His arrival comes after a lengthy delay caused by negotiations with Atalanta, which had removed him from his position over a week prior and named Cristiano Giuntoli as his replacement. Upon joining Roma, D'Amico faces a packed agenda including contract renewals for Paulo Dybala, Lorenzo Pellegrini, and Gianluca Mancini, resolution of a Settlement Agreement and financial fair play issues by June 30, and incoming transfers with Mason Greenwood reportedly a priority target. D'Amico's operational powers will initially be limited. He will gain full authority only from July 1, when the transfer market officially opens. Until then, he cannot sign contracts or send formal written offers for renewals or transfers, as Roma was unable to request a derogation at the recent League Assembly. In practical terms, signing authority will rest with chief financial officer Morrow. D'Amico can work informally before July 1, but this represents a further delay of several days in Roma's transfer planning.

Roma's incoming sporting director Tony D'Amico will need to reinforce the defence alongside the planned attacking overhaul, with the club facing potential squad gaps depending on Ndicka's future. Although the attack is the primary focus—built around Malen and Dybala with Pellegrini in support—the defence will require significant investment. The backline was Roma's strongest asset under Gasperini's management this season, forming the foundation for Champions League qualification, but numerical reinforcement is essential. With Kumbulla set to return, Ziolkowski departing for game time, and Ndicka's status uncertain due to Financial Fair Play concerns, Roma would be left with only four senior centre-backs (Hermoso, Mancini, Ghilardi, and possibly Ndicka) for a demanding season requiring at least two players per position. That would leave two additional defenders short. Several targets have been identified. Oosterwolde is viewed as a promising profile but carries a price tag of €20–25 million, becoming viable mainly if Ndicka departs. Bologna's Lucumì, available on an expiring contract, is another option at roughly €20 million—far lower than Bologna's initial €28 million demand. Solet represents an ideal profile but costs at least €25 million and Inter are already advanced in negotiations. Muharemovic is ready to leave Sassuolo, though domestic competition is driving up his price. Gasperini has been clear that Roma needs experienced, quality defenders—both a high-level starter and a reliable backup.

Wesley has suffered an adductor muscle injury and will miss international duty. Roma are exploring transfer options, with Paixao under consideration as a potential target. Paulo Dybala's contract renewal negotiations are reportedly in their final stages, with details remaining unclear on the exact timeline and terms. The injury to Wesley represents a blow to the squad's attacking depth during the international break.