Gasperini in hurry for Greenwood; English forward signals departure from Marseille

Roma's pursuit of a right-footed left winger remains on knife's edge following the emphatic win over Fiorentina. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has identified two targets: Malick Fofana and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens. Roma and Fofana have already agreed personal terms, and the player remains attracted to the move, but Lyon are asking for more than €35 million to let him leave. The decisive factor arrives this evening when Lyon face Fenerbahce in the Champions League playoff return leg. Should Lyon qualify, Fofana's desire to play in the Champions League could make staying in France more appealing. An elimination, however, would shift the dynamics: Lyon's need to complete a significant sale before the transfer window closes could leave Roma in a stronger negotiating position. On the alternative front, Chelsea's Jamie Bynoe-Gittens remains under consideration. Roma have never abandoned the Chelsea winger and fresh contact is expected in the coming days as the Blues' stance could yet soften. So far London have rejected the loan-with-option-to-buy formula proposed by Roma's director, preferring either a permanent sale or much stronger guarantees on any future purchase. The race remains wide open. Fofana presents the more developed option—the player and club are aligned—but Lyon must be convinced. Gittens hinges entirely on Chelsea's willingness to negotiate the deal structure. Gasperini waits for his final attacking signing, and the next few hours, beginning with Lyon's Champions League match, may finally clarify which path will prove decisive.

Parma's pursuit of Jan Ziolkowski has stalled over valuation. The Emilia club tabled a permanent transfer offer of approximately €7–8 million, a figure Roma regard as insufficient to part with the Polish centre-back outright. Monza have now moved into pole position by proposing a loan arrangement instead, an approach that appeals more strongly to Roma because it preserves control over Ziolkowski's future while allowing him to secure regular playing time. Roma favour the temporary solution over an outright sale as they assess their defensive depth. The tactical dimension also favours Monza: Ziolkowski would work under Ivan Juric, a coach schooled in Gian Piero Gasperini's principles and known for defensive intensity and aggressive pressing that could serve as valuable development for the young centre-back. Ziolkowski himself is reported to have opened the door to a Monza move. Parma remain interested but the fee they have proposed leaves Roma preferring a loan rather than a permanent departure. Monza are pushing to conclude the deal and now lead the race, though Roma have not yet given final clearance. The club must also assess the full defensive picture before definitively authorizing Ziolkowski's departure.

Jayden Oosterwolde has arrived in Rome and undergone medical tests, but his registration remains on hold pending further medical assessment. The club is conducting additional consultations on the Dutch defender's physical condition before clearing him to be registered. A decision is expected today following further examination. The concern centres on a recent muscular injury Oosterwolde sustained with Fenerbahçe. While he has already resumed running and Turkish medical staff estimated relatively short recovery times, Roma want certainty on the severity of the biceps femoris problem and the realistic timeframe for full fitness. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, no issues have emerged regarding his competitive fitness; Roma's focus is instead on the clinical picture of the injury and the risk of recurrence. The caution is understandable given the structure of the deal: Oosterwolde would arrive on loan with a purchase clause set to become mandatory upon reaching a certain number of appearances. Before committing significant resources, the club needs precise clarity on when Gasperini can realistically use him and in what condition. The transfer, which until yesterday appeared to be merely awaiting a signature, now remains in doubt. This does not mean the deal has collapsed, but approval is no longer considered automatic. The player's camp maintains cautious optimism about a positive outcome, but the further tests and consultation scheduled for today will determine whether Oosterwolde can officially begin his Roma career.