Gasperini returns to double sessions as Roma step up pre-season

Roma are pushing to sign Bologna forward Castro, who has already agreed in principle to move to the Stadio Olimpico. The Argentine is favoured by head coach Gian Piero Gasperini, with initial contact already underway. Bologna value Castro at approximately €40 million, and further talks are expected in the coming days to negotiate the fee. Roma depart for Wales on Friday, with Gasperini hopeful of welcoming at least one new signing before then. Artem Dovbyk, meanwhile, is on his way out. The Ukrainian forward does not fit Gasperini's plans and an exit appears increasingly likely. The club is working on finding the right solution, though negotiations are complicated. Roma want to sell Dovbyk outright and are demanding more than €20 million, a fee no interested club has yet matched. Genoa, Fiorentina and Villarreal are among those monitoring the situation.

Roma travel to Stade Pierre de Coubertin tomorrow to face Cannes in a friendly match. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has named his squad for the contest, with injuries ruling out Pisilli and Vaz, while Cherubini is unavailable due to fever. The group reflects a mix of first-team regulars and academy prospects. In defence, Gasperini has called up Rensch, Angelino, N'Dicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Nardin, Lulli and Ghilardi. The midfield contingent comprises Cristante, Panico, Di Nunzio, Giammattei and Bah, while the attacking options are Dovbyk, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Arena. The friendly provides an opportunity for Gasperini's side to build match sharpness and continue preparations for the season ahead. The absence of Pisilli and Vaz through injury underlines the need for squad rotation, though both players will be assessed ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.

Roma have intensified contact with Bologna over a move for striker Santiago Castro, shifting focus after ruling out Nicolò Tresoldi due to Club Brugge's steep financial demands. Bologna value Castro at €40 million, though negotiations between the two clubs have already begun with the aim of narrowing the gap and finding a formula acceptable to both sides. The operation is concrete and could become one of Roma's market priorities in the coming weeks. Roma are exploring the possibility of including Artem Dovbyk in the deal to reduce the cash outlay required by Bologna. The Ukrainian forward is not considered untouchable and could represent a welcome option for lowering the financial element of any transaction. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has given the green light to Castro's arrival, viewing the Argentine as an ideal profile to strengthen the attacking department. With Tresoldi increasingly difficult to secure due to Brugge's demands and international competition, Castro has returned to the top of Roma's striker shortlist as the club seeks to deliver a new centre-forward to their coach.

Roma travel to Stade Pierre de Coubertin tomorrow to face Cannes in a friendly match. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has named his squad for the contest, with injuries ruling out Pisilli and Vaz, while Cherubini is unavailable due to fever. The group reflects a mix of first-team regulars and academy prospects. In defence, Gasperini has called up Rensch, Angelino, N'Dicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Nardin, Lulli and Ghilardi. The midfield contingent comprises Cristante, Panico, Di Nunzio, Giammattei and Bah, while the attacking options are Dovbyk, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Arena. The friendly provides an opportunity for Gasperini's side to build match sharpness and continue preparations for the season ahead. The absence of Pisilli and Vaz through injury underlines the need for squad rotation, though both players will be assessed ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.

Roma travel to France on Friday for their third pre-season friendly against Cannes, the club owned by the Friedkin Group. Gasperini has ruled out Pisilli and Robinio Vaz from the fixture, while Cherubini is also sidelined with fever. Soulé returns to the squad after missing the previous match for workload management and will feature in attack alongside Dybala and Malen. Roma have won their opening two warm-up games decisively, recording 6–0 victories over both the Primavera and Trastevere. The Cannes match represents a more competitive test before the Serie A campaign begins. The squad will return to Rome immediately after the fixture, following which Gasperini will grant the players two days of rest. Gasperini's matchday squad includes goalkeepers De Marzi, Gollini and Svilar; defenders Rensch, Angelino, Ndicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Nardin, Lulli and Ghilardi; midfielders Cristante, Panico, Di Nunzio, Giammattei and Bah; and forwards Dovbyk, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Arena.

Roma have shelved their move for Tresoldi and are now pushing to sign Castro from Bologna as Donyell Malen's backup. Bruges were demanding 50 million euros for Tresoldi, and although Roma had already agreed terms with the player, the club chose to pivot. Castro has already approved the transfer to the Giallorossi and economic agreement with Bologna has been reached. Roma initially valued Castro at around 40 million euros but have negotiated the fee down to 35 million, according to SportItalia. Gasperini wanted Castro as early as January before switching focus to Malen; the Argentine scored 11 goals last season, including one at the Olimpico against Roma in the Europa League round of 16 second leg, where he also recorded an assist. Castro's arrival will further limit opportunities for Artem Dovbyk, who is seeking a fresh start. Fiorentina are pressing for Dovbyk, while Villarreal and Betis have made enquiries from Spain. Bologna have also shown interest, though their pursuit of Castro is unrelated to any Dovbyk deal. Gasperini does not view Dovbyk as part of his plans and is also willing to sell Robinio Vaz. Roma travel to Wales on Friday, with Gasperini hoping to welcome at least one new signing before departure.

Roma travel to Stade Pierre de Coubertin tomorrow to face Cannes in a friendly match. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has named his squad for the contest, with injuries ruling out Pisilli and Vaz, while Cherubini is unavailable due to fever. The group reflects a mix of first-team regulars and academy prospects. In defence, Gasperini has called up Rensch, Angelino, N'Dicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Nardin, Lulli and Ghilardi. The midfield contingent comprises Cristante, Panico, Di Nunzio, Giammattei and Bah, while the attacking options are Dovbyk, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Arena. The friendly provides an opportunity for Gasperini's side to build match sharpness and continue preparations for the season ahead. The absence of Pisilli and Vaz through injury underlines the need for squad rotation, though both players will be assessed ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.

Gian Piero Gasperini has named his squad for Roma's friendly against Cannes. The goalkeeper contingent includes De Marzi, Gollini and Svilar, whilst the defence features Rensch, Angeliño, Ndicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Nardin, Lulli and Ghilardi. Midfield options are Cristante, Panico, Di Nunzio, Giammattei and Bah, with Dovbyk, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Arena leading the attack. Roma have made an official bid to Club America for defender Israel Reyes, the Mexican defender born in 2000 and valued at approximately €8 million, according to journalist Gibran Araje. The contacts between the clubs are ongoing, and should the deal succeed, Reyes could become Roma's first summer signing. Simultaneously, Roma have been forced to abandon the pursuit of winger Said El Mala, the 2006-born talent who has rejected a move to the Giallorossi and prefers to continue his development in Germany, potentially waiting for a call from Borussia Dortmund or staying at Cologne. Manu Koné remains central to Gasperini's plans despite European interest following his World Cup success with France. Manchester United have cooled their approach to the midfielder, reportedly reflecting on a potential €60 million investment, though they have not entirely abandoned the pursuit.

Roma travel to France on Friday for their third pre-season friendly against Cannes, the club owned by the Friedkin Group. Gasperini has ruled out Pisilli and Robinio Vaz from the fixture, while Cherubini is also sidelined with fever. Soulé returns to the squad after missing the previous match for workload management and will feature in attack alongside Dybala and Malen. Roma have won their opening two warm-up games decisively, recording 6–0 victories over both the Primavera and Trastevere. The Cannes match represents a more competitive test before the Serie A campaign begins. The squad will return to Rome immediately after the fixture, following which Gasperini will grant the players two days of rest. Gasperini's matchday squad includes goalkeepers De Marzi, Gollini and Svilar; defenders Rensch, Angelino, Ndicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Nardin, Lulli and Ghilardi; midfielders Cristante, Panico, Di Nunzio, Giammattei and Bah; and forwards Dovbyk, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Arena.

Roma travel to Stade Pierre de Coubertin tomorrow to face Cannes in a friendly match. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has named his squad for the contest, with injuries ruling out Pisilli and Vaz, while Cherubini is unavailable due to fever. The group reflects a mix of first-team regulars and academy prospects. In defence, Gasperini has called up Rensch, Angelino, N'Dicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Nardin, Lulli and Ghilardi. The midfield contingent comprises Cristante, Panico, Di Nunzio, Giammattei and Bah, while the attacking options are Dovbyk, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Arena. The friendly provides an opportunity for Gasperini's side to build match sharpness and continue preparations for the season ahead. The absence of Pisilli and Vaz through injury underlines the need for squad rotation, though both players will be assessed ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.

Manu Koné's Roma future remains in serious doubt despite Manchester United's ongoing interest in the midfielder. Although the Premier League club continues to monitor the Frenchman, the negotiation is proceeding slowly and Roma has yet to receive a formal offer. The delay is critical for the club's finances: Roma must complete a permanent sale by 31 July to meet the financial targets of their UEFA settlement agreement. Koné, eliminated at the semifinal stage of the World Cup, will take his allocated vacation days and rejoin Roma's squad only on 10 August, well into their pre-season training camp in Wales. The club faces mounting pressure to offload him before the deadline. In contrast, midfielder Neil El Aynaoui, whose World Cup campaign ended on 18 July, will report to Fulvio Bernardini on 30 July and travel with the main group to Wales on 31 July, despite Premier League interest in the Moroccan. Defender Anass Salah-Eddine is unlikely to be included in the Wales tour squad and will train separately at the club's facility while awaiting a new club. Gasperini and Roma's coaching staff have otherwise managed the post-tournament return schedule methodically, welcoming back Donyell Malen and Evan N'Dicka in preceding days.

Roma swept past Trastevere 6–0 in a pre-season friendly at Trigoria, with Donyell Malen making an immediate impact on his first appearance of the season. The Dutch forward unlocked the match after three minutes and provided an assist for Bryan Cristante's goal, though he squandered a close-range opportunity. Paulo Dybala and Cherubini completed the first-half scoring, while Angeliño and young player Arena added second-half goals. Despite the emphatic victory, head coach Gian Piero Gasperini faces a depleted squad. Seven players from last season remain unresolved in the transfer market, and several more are absent due to post-World Cup leave—including Manu Koné and Neil El Aynaoui. Matías Soulé was rested as a precaution, while Robinio Vaz and Niccolò Pisilli have physical issues; Pisilli is sidelined with a first-degree soleus muscle-fascial strain. Evan N'Dicka appears fully recovered and Cristante impressed with his solidity and attacking threat, though Angeliño showed signs of lacking match fitness despite his goal. Prospect Camara delivered a convincing display under close staff observation. Cristante reiterated Roma's ambitions for the upcoming Champions League campaign and expressed confidence in new signings arriving soon, while signalling full openness to Lorenzo Pellegrini's return to the group.