Real Madrid set terms for Mastantuono; Roma step back as Fiorentina lead chase

Roma head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has drawn up a shopping list as the club looks to strengthen its squad, with three signings reportedly in mind before the international break. Roma face Udinese, Manchester United and Sassuolo as the last three matches of a gruelling run of nine games in 28 days, and they are doing so short of numbers. Svilar, Dybala and Koné will not be available tomorrow, and only the last two are hoping to return from the next fixtures. The squad is stretched thin. Gasperini said earlier in the season: "La rosa va allungata" ("The squad needs to be lengthened"). While awaiting the UEFA ruling expected in November, the sporting director is already working to reinforce the team. Last January, Malen, Vaz, Venturino and Zaragoza arrived at the club. Gasperini would be content with three targeted signings: an attacking winger, a backup for Wesley and a dynamic central midfielder. For the attacking unit, the names linked are Leweling and Gittens. A surprise could be van Bommel of PSV Eindhoven, a player Roma have been monitoring for some time. Roma are also not giving up on Endrick. Real Madrid have little room for the Brazilian, who wants to leave. D'Amico will need to find the right formula, which could resemble the deal that brought Bobby in a year ago: a loan with an obligation to buy on certain conditions. Attention then turns to the wide midfield. Mendes has offered Balde of Barcelona, while the new name is Pascini of Atlético Mineiro. The most pressing problem, however, is midfield. Pellegrini will return in 2027, and Koné has frequent physical problems. Roma need a energetic runner in the centre of the park, and Moses of Slavia Prague is on the notebook.

Roma sporting director D'Amico is looking to Brazil to strengthen the squad, with Kaua Pascini on his shortlist, according to Tuttomercatoweb. The 2008-born left-back plays for Atlético Mineiro and is already part of the Brazil under-20 squad. Several clubs in Europe, as well as Roma, have turned their attention to him, and Juventus have also made enquiries in Italy. Pascini's style is reminiscent of Marcelo. His contract with the Brazilian club runs until 2030, but Atlético Mineiro could consider selling him during the January transfer window if a good offer arrives. The move is part of a search for a deputy for Wesley. Roma also intend to conclude at least two signings, one of them in attack, with the second possibly being Wesley's backup.

AS Roma are reportedly monitoring Atlético Mineiro left-back Kauã Pascini as they look to strengthen their flanks, with sporting director Tony D'Amico already working ahead of the January transfer window. According to Niccolò Ceccarini of Tuttomercatoweb, the 18-year-old, born in 2008, is one of the profiles Roma are tracking as a possible alternative to Wesley. Left-footed by nature and strongly inclined to get forward, Pascini is considered one of the emerging prospects in Brazilian football. He came through the Atlético Mineiro academy and has entered the first-team picture this year, attracting the attention of several European scouts. His qualities have also drawn a notable comparison with Marcelo, particularly for his technique and his ability to support attacks down the flank. That is a flattering comparison for a player still at the start of his career. Roma could try to beat the competition as early as January, taking advantage of a valuation that is still potentially accessible compared with more established full-backs. Juventus are also interested in the Brazilian, as are other international clubs. Pascini is already part of the Brazil youth national team set-up and is tied to Atlético Mineiro until 2030, meaning Roma would be looking at a long-term investment rather than an immediate solution.