Soulé Linked with Borussia Dortmund Exit as Roma Seeks to Overhaul Attack

Artem Dovbyk finds himself in a precarious position at Roma heading into the summer transfer window. The Ukrainian striker does not fit into head coach Gian Piero Gasperini's tactical plans, having been criticized by the manager during pre-season. Gasperini remarked on timing and rhythm: "In football as in music you must keep time." A difficult 2024–25 season — marked by just three Serie A goals and a lengthy injury absence from January through May — has weakened Dovbyk's standing further. Roma's objective is to sell Dovbyk to create space in the forward line and pursue alternative targets. The club has discussed alternatives including players like Scamacca, though acquisition remains unlikely, with Greenwood emerging as the primary priority. Several clubs have begun making enquiries. Spanish sides Villarreal and Real Betis have asked for information, with Betis reportedly seeking attacking reinforcements for their Champions League campaign. Roma ideally wants a permanent sale for at least €25 million to register a profit, though the club is now open to loan arrangements with a buyout clause — a shift from last summer's stance. Dovbyk's representatives have been notified of his availability, and Roma's transfer department is actively working to facilitate a departure. Various offers are expected to arrive in the coming weeks as clubs move on the opportunity to sign the striker.

Matías Soulé's future at AS Roma continues to be a subject of discussion. After a season in which he established himself in the squad, details of the potential move and interested clubs remain unclear from the available information.

Roma midfielder Koné has rejected an approach from Atlético Madrid as he waits for concrete interest from PSG. Arsenal, finalists in the last Champions League, have now made concrete moves for the 2001-born French midfielder, with initial contact reportedly made with his representatives. The Arsenal option is reportedly appealing to Koné, whose future remains uncertain. Roma's priority under head coach Gasperini and the club is to meet the Settlement Agreement requirements of 50 million euros by 30 June without sacrificing major players like Ndicka and Koné. The plan focuses on selling players such as Soulé (linked with Aston Villa, Borussia Dortmund, and Arab clubs), Ziolkowski, and other minor assets. However, if attractive offers arrive that are difficult to refuse, Koné would represent a valuable sale for profit purposes, with several European clubs having shown interest in the French midfielder. Beyond Inter, Atlético Madrid was the first to make a move for Koné. Should he depart Roma, the club has Musah in their sights as a potential replacement. Details on the timeline or fee structure remain unclear.