Radio Roma on Roma's transfer window and De Roon's arrival

Matías Soulé remains available for departure from Roma. According to Matteo Moretto, the Argentine winger has been proposed to Atlético Madrid, but the Spanish club are pursuing a striker and have opened talks for David from Juventus instead. The move has not gained traction on that front. Soulé's exit would unlock Roma's pursuit of two attacking reinforcements: Luiz Henrique and Leweling. Interest from the Premier League has emerged, with Sunderland, Newcastle and Fulham all requesting information about the player. However, no formal offer has yet arrived at Roma's Trigoria training ground. The coming hours are expected to be decisive for the former Frosinone player's future. Roma are certain to sign one attacking player; if Soulé departs, two would arrive instead.

Rome radio pundits have weighed in on De Roon's arrival and Roma's transfer direction, with mixed assessments of the midfielder's age and fit within the squad. Pes told Teleradio Stereo that Roma has followed a precise line set months ago, choosing the manager's approach and making all subsequent decisions—including transfer choices—based on it. "If I look at what the coach needs, the De Roon operation makes sense, because El Aynaoui hasn't convinced Gasperini," Pes said. "I want to see how De Roon will settle into Roma's dressing room. But I don't understand the long-term thinking: you risk wasting another year of El Aynaoui. If he isn't bought by Leipzig, adding De Roon and letting a young player go to sign an older one—I don't understand it." Pes also praised Balerdi as "the best operation of this transfer window," calling it a potential move worth around €15 million that brings a top-level defender. He believes Gasperini will stick with the same eleven that played Fiorentina. Carina told Radio Radio the De Roon question will fade after a few matches, describing him as "one of Gasperini's soldiers," but questioned whether he arrives as the fourth or fifth midfielder. "Playing an entire season with only four midfielders gives me some concerns. He's turning 36—I'd be happier if he'd arrived as a fifth option," Carina said. He reported that Fofana was Roma's first target and expects Luiz Henrique to join: "He's an excellent player who plays on the right but does his best work cutting in from the left. If he arrives, Roma will have a pairing of players for every position and Gasperini will be happy." Carina also noted that Soulé's role depends on the transfer market, with Roma holding two offers for him from Fulham and Newcastle. Mattioli at Radio Radio offered a measured view of De Roon, saying he has always liked him but the midfielder's last season involved fewer appearances and his age might show. "In his role he's never held back or rested—that demands a lot of energy," Mattioli said. "He'll be useful as the season progresses and an important squad player, not necessarily a cornerstone." Orsi at Radio Radio backed the signing, stating De Roon "can give you plenty in midfield" and that Roma showed good form against Lecce, particularly through Malen and Dybala.

Marten De Roon has joined AS Roma and is determined to move past a 2023 incident when he posted a photo with a middle-finger gesture and text mocking the club after Atalanta's victory over the giallorossi. The post drew controversy and a €2,500 fine. In his first interview at Trigoria, De Roon said he had not authorised publication of that post. "I always play around on social media, but on that occasion I overstepped the mark," he explained. "I didn't authorise that post against the giallorossi — it sounds like a lie but it's true. I'm very sorry." He pledged to prove himself on the pitch rather than through words: "Social media is one thing, I want to demonstrate on the field that I am someone who goes beyond that. I will give everything for the shirt and want to repay the trust with facts." De Roon spent nine years at Atalanta under Gasperini, serving as captain, and the coach has now brought him to Roma. The midfielder is excited by his new surroundings. "I'm super happy, it's something very beautiful," he said of Trigoria. "Roma is a great club, the training ground is top level and I'm eager to begin." He is already familiar with the Olimpico but always faced it as an opponent. He relishes the prospect of Champions League football this season: "Last season Roma was in great form, the Olimpico is special, always full and impressive. The fans are very warm and this year we'll play against very strong teams in the Champions League, the atmosphere will be amazing. We must enjoy these evenings and try to achieve great results." De Roon believes he can contribute immediately. He knows Bryan Cristante, Paulo Dybala and Gianluca Mancini from Serie A, and two fellow Dutch players are already at the club: Donyell Malen and Devyne Rensch. "I want to help because I know Gasperini's system very well. There are two Dutch lads: Malen and Rensch. I want to play my part and I've joined a very strong squad," he said. He acknowledged he must now earn the affection of Roma supporters who saw him as an enemy until recently: "Super happy to be here, I can't wait to play in front of you at the Olimpico. I hope to be welcomed in the right way. Daje Roma."

Rome's radio pundits weighed in on Roma's immediate prospects and transfer strategy ahead of the Lecce fixture. Lorenzo Pes of Teleradiostereo assessed the club's summer window and recent signings, highlighting the distinction between addressing the manager's specific requirements and broader squad building. "The Roma made a fairly precise choice a few months ago: it chose the line of the manager and all subsequent decisions are dictated by this, including those in the market," Pes said. "If I look at what the manager needs, the De Roon operation makes sense, because El Aynaoui hasn't convinced Gasperini. I want to see how De Roon's integration into Roma's dressing room goes. I think Balerdi is the best operation of this transfer market. I believe Gasperini will confirm the same eleven from Fiorentina." Simone Valdarchi of Radio Manà Manà (90.9) flagged Lecce's tactical threat despite Roma's technical advantage. "It's a match full of pitfalls, despite Roma's clear technical superiority," he said. "Di Francesco is a good coach, and there's a possibility Lecce will line up with three at the back. Given the calendar, it's essential to take the three points now." Nando Orsi of Radio Radio Mattino (104.5) backed Roma to win, citing the form of Malen and Dybala and the quality gap between the sides. "De Roon can give you a lot in midfield," Orsi added.

Rome radio pundits have weighed in on De Roon's arrival and Roma's transfer direction, with mixed assessments of the midfielder's age and fit within the squad. Pes told Teleradio Stereo that Roma has followed a precise line set months ago, choosing the manager's approach and making all subsequent decisions—including transfer choices—based on it. "If I look at what the coach needs, the De Roon operation makes sense, because El Aynaoui hasn't convinced Gasperini," Pes said. "I want to see how De Roon will settle into Roma's dressing room. But I don't understand the long-term thinking: you risk wasting another year of El Aynaoui. If he isn't bought by Leipzig, adding De Roon and letting a young player go to sign an older one—I don't understand it." Pes also praised Balerdi as "the best operation of this transfer window," calling it a potential move worth around €15 million that brings a top-level defender. He believes Gasperini will stick with the same eleven that played Fiorentina. Carina told Radio Radio the De Roon question will fade after a few matches, describing him as "one of Gasperini's soldiers," but questioned whether he arrives as the fourth or fifth midfielder. "Playing an entire season with only four midfielders gives me some concerns. He's turning 36—I'd be happier if he'd arrived as a fifth option," Carina said. He reported that Fofana was Roma's first target and expects Luiz Henrique to join: "He's an excellent player who plays on the right but does his best work cutting in from the left. If he arrives, Roma will have a pairing of players for every position and Gasperini will be happy." Carina also noted that Soulé's role depends on the transfer market, with Roma holding two offers for him from Fulham and Newcastle. Mattioli at Radio Radio offered a measured view of De Roon, saying he has always liked him but the midfielder's last season involved fewer appearances and his age might show. "In his role he's never held back or rested—that demands a lot of energy," Mattioli said. "He'll be useful as the season progresses and an important squad player, not necessarily a cornerstone." Orsi at Radio Radio backed the signing, stating De Roon "can give you plenty in midfield" and that Roma showed good form against Lecce, particularly through Malen and Dybala.

Marten De Roon arrived at Roma on 30 August as a surprise move to replace Neil El Aynaoui. The 35-year-old Dutch midfielder has signed a one-year contract worth €2 million net. Roma will pay a maximum of €600,000 in bonuses to secure the deal, with the club finding support from the Atalanta ownership to release De Roon on favourable terms.

Roma have two days left in the transfer window to complete their final reinforcement in attack, with director D'Amico working across multiple targets. Luiz Henrique, a Brazilian forward at Zenit, is the frontrunner and an agreement in principle is already in place: a loan with a €5 million fee plus a €30 million right of redemption. However, Roma have not yet committed to the deal because Leweling and Gittens remain under consideration. Leweling's path is complicated—Stuttgart want an obligation to buy rather than an option and have already rejected Roma's initial proposal—while Gittens remains under surveillance pending a potential loan opening from Chelsea. Contact was made yesterday but a breakthrough has not yet arrived. A final decision will come within the next few hours. Luiz Henrique tops the shortlist, but the sale of Matías Soulé could unlock an alternative scenario. Newcastle, Fulham, and Sunderland are tracking the Argentine; should he depart, D'Amico could potentially complete two signings. The situation underscores Roma's uncertainty in the closing window: Leweling presents structural difficulties in negotiation, while Gittens depends on Chelsea's flexibility on loan terms. Soulé's market value—significant enough to attract three Premier League clubs—presents a path to reshape the attacking department. In separate news, Robinio Vaz has left Roma, joining Hull City.

Robinio Vaz has accepted a transfer to Hull City after days of uncertainty, according to Fabrizio Romano. The young forward's decision came overnight following his omission from Gian Piero Gasperini's squad for Roma's trip to Lecce on 31 August. The exclusion reflected Roma's hope that Vaz would resolve the transfer in time. The move is structured as a loan worth €2 million with a non-obligatory buy option set at €30 million. Vaz is expected to complete the formalities and join his new club today. Gasperini had held back the forward from the squad specifically because the transfer remained possible, and Roma hoped for clarity within hours. The deal's completion now opens the path for Roma to recruit an attacking player to complete their forward line, as the manager has prioritised strengthening that area of the squad.

Roma have accelerated their summer recruitment push following overnight deals that brought Gio De Roon to the capital and sent Neil El Aynaoui to Leipzig. The club are targeting at least two more signings, possibly three, with a left winger the top priority. Sporting director D'Amico is also ready to pursue opportunities for a left-sided midfielder if they arise. Matías Soulé's potential departure could unlock a further attacking reinforcement; Roma are working on multiple targets with Luiz Henrique and Leweling leading a shortlist that also includes Cole Gittens, who faces obstacles due to Chelsea's unwillingness to negotiate. The Brazilian Luiz Henrique represents a deal that is effectively stalled with Zenit at around €35 million, with player agreement still to be finalised. Stuttgart's Leweling is a closer prospect, and Roma value him as a profile who could also operate as a left-back if needed. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has suggested Soulé is likely to stay, but the Argentine would depart Roma if the right offer arrives. The situation hinges partly on Soulé's future: Gittens is now the preferred option among the targets under consideration. Separately, Robinio Vaz is awaiting clearance to join Hull City on loan, with the English club set to pay €2 million immediately plus €30 million for a right of redemption.