Fourteen Roma players have joined Juventus since 1970: the painful history of transfers across the Rome-Turin axis

Manchester United have slowed their pursuit of Roma midfielder Manu Koné and are now actively exploring two alternative targets to strengthen their midfield. Koné, currently on World Cup duty with France, is scheduled to play on Saturday, 8 July at 23:00 against England in the third and fourth place match. The 23-year-old has impressed at the tournament and caught the attention of several English clubs including United and Chelsea. United's interest in Koné intensified in recent days, with former Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand publicly commenting on a potential deal between Roma and the club — a report that was denied within hours. However, United are now looking beyond the Roma midfielder. According to TeamTalk, following the signings of Tielemans and Santos, the Red Devils are also tracking Sander Berge of Fulham and Nicolas Raskin of Rangers as concrete alternatives to Koné for their midfield reinforcement. Roma remain alert and will wait for an official offer before entering negotiations. The Giallorossi will not accept a discount: they are demanding at least €50 million to allow their French midfielder to leave.

AS Roma sporting director Tony D'Amico has accelerated negotiations to sign West Ham winger Summerville, with the Dutch player agreeing in principle to the move. After weeks of stalled talks, the deal has gained momentum in recent days, with the main stumbling block—Summerville's wage demands of €6 million against Roma's initial offer of €4 million plus bonuses—now resolved. The player has given his approval to join Roma, and the economic agreement is within touching distance, with only minor details remaining to be ironed out. D'Amico is prepared to present an official offer to West Ham worth approximately €40 million plus €5 million in bonuses. Roma is keen to complete the signing as their first piece of transfer business, having seemingly fended off Premier League competition for the player. West Ham's contract contains a clause that has prevented the English club from setting an asking price of €50 million, suggesting that a bid of €40 million plus €5 million in add-ons could seal the agreement.

Roma have moved swiftly to identify replacements for departing right-back Zeki Çelik, with chief scout D'Amico prioritising Atlético Madrid's Molina and Fiorentina's Dodo. Both players were previously monitored in recent weeks but shelved as Roma expected Çelik to remain. Molina, an Argentine defender valued for his technical quality and versatility, carries a €30 million asking price that Atlético Madrid are reluctant to reduce. Dodo, a Brazilian alternative, is priced at approximately €15 million but Fiorentina are keen to retain him, and Napoli are also competing for his signature. Roma are also exploring younger options. Savona of Nottingham Forest, a 2003-born defender with senior experience, has re-entered discussions as the English club may be open to a loan arrangement—a solution that could suit Roma's immediate needs. D'Amico is actively working on these avenues to ensure Çelik's departure leaves no gap in the squad.

Roma have moved swiftly to identify replacements for departing right-back Zeki Çelik, with chief scout D'Amico prioritising Atlético Madrid's Molina and Fiorentina's Dodo. Both players were previously monitored in recent weeks but shelved as Roma expected Çelik to remain. Molina, an Argentine defender valued for his technical quality and versatility, carries a €30 million asking price that Atlético Madrid are reluctant to reduce. Dodo, a Brazilian alternative, is priced at approximately €15 million but Fiorentina are keen to retain him, and Napoli are also competing for his signature. Roma are also exploring younger options. Savona of Nottingham Forest, a 2003-born defender with senior experience, has re-entered discussions as the English club may be open to a loan arrangement—a solution that could suit Roma's immediate needs. D'Amico is actively working on these avenues to ensure Çelik's departure leaves no gap in the squad.

Gianluca Mancini has signalled his total commitment to Roma by announcing an imminent contract renewal extending his deal until June 2029. The vice-captain's statement came via Instagram in the aftermath of Zeki Çelik's shock departure to Juventus, aimed at reassuring the club and supporters during a turbulent period in the transfer market. Mancini's decision to publicly reaffirm his loyalty carries particular weight as a show of leadership from within the dressing room. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini had been pushing for the extension since the end of last season. The move shuts down weeks of speculation from Inter, who had made multiple enquiries about a potential transfer to Milan. Both Mancini and Roma's hierarchy resisted those overtures, choosing instead to build continuity around the defender. The renewal also arrives amid wider market concerns at the club, including reports linking Lorenzo Pellegrini with interest from other quarters. By securing Mancini for another three years on a consolidated contract, Roma has anchored one of its senior defensive pillars and sought to project stability to supporters rattled by Çelik's departure. The timing of Mancini's public commitment underscores his role as a senior figure willing to stake his future on the project.

Zeki Çelik's move to Juventus has sparked reaction from the Roma community after the Turkish full-back departed despite being on the verge of signing a new contract with the club. The agreement with Roma was reportedly close to completion, needing only his signature, before he opted instead to join Juventus in Turin. While the transfer does not represent a technical blow, it has fuelled discussion given Çelik's apparent imminent stay had seemed assured. Tennist and Roma supporter Cobolli responded to the departure via social media with a photograph of Devyne Rensch in tears, captioned "Forza Roma"—a post that reads as both a pointed message and a signal to move forward from Çelik to players ready to defend the club's colours. The departure resonated across Roma's fanbase, prompting several prominent Giallorossi figures to weigh in publicly. Rapper and Rome native Gemitaiz also addressed Çelik's exit, writing ironically: "Never stop believing in your dreams."