Roma pursue Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho as Blues consider exit

El Aynaoui has emerged as a standout performer at the World Cup, transforming his fortunes after a difficult first season at Roma. The Moroccan midfielder, who began the tournament viewed skeptically by Roma supporters following inconsistent form and limited playing time, has now become the focal point of his national team across four matches. His performances have attracted attention from major European clubs including Liverpool and Barcelona, yet Roma remains confident in retaining the player, who has reportedly expressed his desire to continue in the capital. Gasperini views El Aynaoui as a cornerstone of Roma's midfield project and plans to give him expanded responsibility in the coming season. Last year, the midfielder ranked below Pisilli in the hierarchy as he adjusted to Serie A after his move from Ligue 1. Gasperini recognized his potential but deemed him lacking the consistency needed during critical moments. The World Cup has demonstrated his readiness; El Aynaoui has developed the rhythm and confidence that eluded him in his debut campaign. The coach now sees concrete qualities upon which to build rather than mere promise. El Aynaoui will not necessarily be a guaranteed starter, particularly if Manu Koné remains at the club, but his increased opportunities will carry greater weight. Roma views the interest from Liverpool and Barcelona as validation of the talent already in their possession. The player's second season at the club is positioned as his moment of full consacration in giallorosso.

Roma's pursuit of a transfer exit for Artem Dovbyk has stalled, particularly regarding a move to Genoa. The Genoa club had enquired about signing the Ukrainian striker on loan, but Roma rejected the approach, insisting on a permanent sale for approximately €25 million — a fee that proved prohibitive for the Ligurian side. As a result, Genoa has shifted its focus elsewhere and is now targeting Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Marseille, who has previous experience in Italian football from his time at AC Milan. Aubameyang's contract with Marseille runs until 2027, and the French club will only negotiate a permanent transfer rather than a loan arrangement. For Roma, Dovbyk remains available for transfer but appears to be moving down Genoa's priority list. The club continues to explore alternatives for the player, with interest reported from Spanish clubs including Real Betis and a tentative approach from Atlético Madrid, though nothing concrete has materialised at this stage. The Spanish market currently represents the most plausible destination for the forward.

Roma is pursuing Diego Moreira, the Strasbourg winger, as one of head coach Gasperini's key transfer targets alongside Mason Greenwood. Moreira impressed Gasperini during his time at Atalanta, and the coach wants to integrate new faces before the squad assembles on 13 July. However, Strasbourg's asking price stands at approximately €40 million, a fee Roma hopes to negotiate with Marseille over Greenwood's transfer. A significant obstacle has emerged: Chelsea holds a buyback clause on Moreira. Although the clause's exact value has not been disclosed, Chelsea—which owns Strasbourg's parent company BlueCo—retains the contractual right to bring the player back to London before any sale to another club. Chelsea is currently focused on signing Rayo Vallecano's Chavarria, but that deal faces resistance over the Spanish club's €50 million valuation. If Chelsea's Chavarria pursuit collapses, the Blues could swiftly activate their interest in Moreira, forcing Roma to act immediately to avoid losing the target. Roma has limited time to move decisively. The club must accelerate negotiations before Chelsea potentially reassesses its options or Moreira's market value rises further following his World Cup displays.