Koné targets intensify as Chelsea join Manchester United in pursuit

Roma head to Lecce for their second match of the season with Gasperini able to call on most of his squad. Leonardo Balerdi makes his competitive debut after his official confirmation this morning, while fellow new arrivals Koulierakis, Mora, Castro and Molina are all available. Lorenzo Pellegrini and Devyne Rensch remain sidelined but will return to training next week. De Roon, who arrived in the capital today, is not yet officially registered and therefore unavailable. Neil El Aynaoui is also absent from the squad list. Robinio Vaz has been left out as he prepares to join Hull City pending Roma's approval and the arrival of another striker. The full squad includes goalkeepers Svilar, De Marzi and Gollini; defenders Koulierakis, N'Dicka, Molina, Hermoso, Mancini, Balerdi, Wesley, Lulli and Ghilardi; midfielders Cristante, Koné, Pisilli and Mora; and forwards Castro, Malen, Soulé and Dybala.

Gian Piero Gasperini has confirmed that no official offers have been made for Matías Soulé, despite ongoing speculation surrounding the midfielder's future. The Roma head coach stated that Soulé remains available for selection and can play in tomorrow's fixture. Gasperini indicated that Roma's transfer priorities lie elsewhere, identifying a need for both a forward and a left-back as the window continues. The club is actively pursuing alternative targets to strengthen the squad in those positions. The statement comes as Roma conducts business across multiple fronts in the market. Gasperini said: "There have never been any offers for Soulé. He can play tomorrow." The clarity provided by the coach should settle questions about Soulé's availability for immediate selection.

Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has outlined Roma's remaining transfer priorities, stating the club needs both a left-sided attacker and a left-back. Gasperini praised Emanuele Lulli but cautioned against putting excessive pressure on the young defender as he develops. The squad already contains several attacking options including Matías Soulé, who Gasperini confirmed has received no formal offers from other clubs this summer.