Roma eye Endrick and Gittens for January as Gasperini targets left-wing reinforcement

Endrick has been on Gian Piero Gasperini's list for several months as a possible attacking reinforcement, a signing the Roma coach has requested since arriving at Trigoria. The Brazilian forward received a decisive refusal from Mourinho to leave Real Madrid in the last transfer window, but his playing time at the club remains limited. He wants to play regularly, and a move to Roma, possibly as early as January, is considered one of the best options for his development. Asked about his future, Endrick told Fabrizio Romano: "I'm only 20 years old, so I'll see how things evolve. I just want to play, be happy and help my teammates." He added: "I don't know what will happen in January; it's in God's hands. I only ask for what is best for my career. Whatever is meant to happen will happen. I'll keep my feet on the ground and continue to give my absolute best. Madrid is a wonderful city, but I will always do whatever is necessary to advance my career."

Endrick has sent signals about his future, saying he wants only to play and be happy, and that he does not know what will happen in January. The Brazilian, who is 20 and currently with his national team in Singapore, has kept the door open to leaving Real Madrid, keeping AS Roma interested in the forward. "I just want to play, be happy and help my teammates," Endrick said of the winter transfer window. On a possible departure from Madrid, he added: "I don't know what will happen in January, it is in God's hands. I only ask for what is best for my career." The comments are of interest to Tony D'Amico, who continues to follow the Brazilian as Gian Piero Gasperini looks to strengthen his attack. Endrick has so far made just seven appearances for Real Madrid this season, totalling 140 minutes and one goal. His playing time remains limited, despite the high regard in which he is held inside the Spanish club. Endrick did not distance himself from Real Madrid or from head coach José Mourinho. "I will always give everything for Real Madrid because the club comes before anyone else, but with the attention and affection that Mourinho shows me, I am even more motivated to give my best." The Portuguese coach had already publicly opposed a move for the Brazilian during the January window. Endrick stressed that his professional growth comes first: "Madrid is a wonderful city, but I will always do everything necessary to advance my career." He also asked for patience, reminding that he is only twenty and wants to keep working without being influenced by transfer rumours. Roma are waiting, ready to evaluate a possible loan should Real Madrid decide to open the door to a departure. Mourinho's stance remains a significant obstacle, but Endrick's words confirm that his future has not been definitively decided. From now until January, the minutes Mourinho gives him will be the key factor in determining whether Roma's pursuit can gain ground.

Gian Piero Gasperini wants to bring Dan and Ryan Friedkin closer to AS Roma, both physically at Trigoria and in the club's strategic decisions, starting with the January transfer window, according to La Repubblica. The report says direct contact between the head coach and the Friedkin family has become less frequent since the arrival of John Galantic, appointed Roma's new chief executive at the end of July. Galantic now acts as the link between Trigoria and the American ownership, and the new structure has changed how the coach communicates with the club's leadership. Gasperini would like to recover the personal relationship that helped convince him of the project's merits. The coach has never hidden how much he values the closeness of ownership, and he wants the Friedkins more involved in day-to-day team life, sharing objectives, needs and choices for the future directly with them. He had already made the point publicly last October, when he explained the difference from his time at Atalanta, where the Percassi family was present every day. At the time he said he felt the trust and support of the Friedkins, while recognising the different management style of the American owners. With January approaching, Gasperini is waiting for reinforcements, particularly in attack, and wants to face the next window side by side with the owners, sharing technical priorities and investment possibilities. Sporting director D'Amico is already working to identify the right opportunities, but the most important decisions will need the backing of ownership. The report stresses that this is not necessarily a rift with Galantic or a lack of confidence in the club. Gasperini simply wants to speak more often, and without intermediaries, with those who make the final decisions, because the January window is an important stage for Roma's ambitions and he wants the technical project to be shared fully by those who chose him.

Roma are working on a contract extension for Mario Hermoso, with talks reportedly already under way for a deal running to 2029 with an option for 2030, according to Angelo Mangiante. Three goals this season and increasingly convincing performances have accelerated the process under Gian Piero Gasperini, with the Spaniard described as a pillar of the side. Elsewhere, Paulo Dybala's future may lie in the United States. Piero Torri reports that Inter Miami have already made contact with the Argentinian's entourage, while New York City are reportedly weighing up an offer. No agreement has been reached, but Dybala's contract, which expires in 2027, is fuelling the speculation. Roma are also looking to the January window, with Gasperini hoping for reinforcements. The club's strategy is to target a quick attacking winger, possibly on loan in the mould of Donyell Malen, while Endrick and Gittens remain under observation and Højbjerg has returned as an option for midfield. On the injury front, Mile Svilar and Dybala are aiming to return for the trip to Parma on 21 November, with Gasperini expected to regain two key players during the international break. Bryan Cristante and Gianluca Mancini are also in good shape, while Devyne Rensch remains in doubt. Lorenzo Pellegrini has decided against surgery on his tendon and will continue with conservative therapy, with his return not expected before January. Roma's Argentina international Nahuel Molina has been kept at Trigoria: the club refused Argentina's call-up after his FIFA suspension was reduced, with the invitation arriving only on Saturday during the Roma-Sassuolo match, too late for a long trip for what could be a single friendly. Lorenzo Dattilo, a left-back born in 2010, has signed a three-year contract, turning down Atletico Madrid. The former Under-17 European champion with Italy is already playing for Roma's Under-18 side. In Serie A, Roma sit third, unbeaten in the league and two points behind leaders Lazio, having scored 31 goals and conceded just ten in eleven matchdays. At Frosinone, the club is preparing a move to keep winger Kvernadze, who is being followed by Roma. According to Tuttomercatoweb, a deal worth one million euros a season, five times his current salary, is ready. Behind it sits a four-million-euro release clause, activatable from next summer, which Frosinone could seek to change.

Roma are reportedly close to extending Mario Hermoso's contract, with Sky Sport reporting that talks are well advanced. Hermoso has become one of the key men in Gian Piero Gasperini's side thanks to his steadily improving form, and he has left behind his first spell at the club and the subsequent loan at Bayer Leverkusen. His current deal expires in June, and the proposal on the table is a two-year extension with an option for a third year. A breakthrough could come in the coming weeks. Nahuel Molina will not join the Argentina squad for the upcoming international fixtures. After his suspension was reduced from seven matches to four, head coach Lionel Scaloni decided at the last minute to call up the Roma right-back. He was due to join Balerdi, Soulé and Castro for the friendly against Costa Rica on 17 November. Roma opposed the call-up, which came close to the Sassuolo match, with his return scheduled shortly before the league game against Parma. Gasperini and the club said no, so Molina will remain at Trigoria to train during the break with the other players who were not called up. The future of Paulo Dybala is back in the transfer rumours. According to Piero Torri speaking to Radio Manà Manà Sport, two MLS clubs, Inter Miami and New York City, have a concrete interest in the Argentine playmaker. Inter Miami, the club of David Beckham where Lionel Messi also plays, have reportedly already begun initial contacts with the entourage of "La Joya" to gauge his willingness to move to the United States. New York City has also reportedly opened a dialogue with the parties, which has been ongoing for several weeks. A possible move could be evaluated as early as January, ahead of the MLS season starting in March. However, the idea remains complicated: Roma and Gasperini would not want to lose Dybala mid-season, while the player is aiming to return from injury during the international break. Francesco Totti has spoken about Roma again in an interview with the Kuwaiti programme Shasha Sport, where he was also presented with an award. The former captain addressed the possibility of a return to the club, his relationship with the fans and the ambitions of Gasperini's side. Asked about returning to Trigoria, Totti said: "Certe cose si fanno in due, non da soli" ("Certain things are done in two, not alone"), adding that figures with his experience could still make an important contribution to the club. He recalled: "Trigoria è stata casa mia. Sono cresciuto lì e ci sono rimasto per oltre trentacinque anni" ("Trigoria was my home. I grew up there and stayed for over thirty-five years"). On the current side, the former number 10 said: "La Roma ha grandi possibilità di ottenere risultati molto positivi" ("Roma have great chances of achieving very positive results"). To become a genuine Scudetto contender, however, further reinforcements would be needed: "Con tre o quattro giocatori di alto livello si potrebbe davvero fare la differenza" ("With three or four top-level players, we could really make the difference").

Roma are close to agreeing a new contract with defender Mario Hermoso, with the Spaniard set to sign a two-year deal with an option for a third year. Sky Sport reports that talks are well advanced, and the club are keen to tie him down. His current contract expires in June, and an announcement could come in the coming weeks. Hermoso has been one of Roma's standout performers at the start of this season, playing across defence, midfield, attack and as a goalscorer. His form is a far cry from his disappointing first season in giallorosso, which came before his loan spell at Bayer Leverkusen. Since Gian Piero Gasperini took charge, the Spaniard has returned to a high level and has become one of the key men in the squad. The proposed deal runs for two years, with an option for a third. The club's aim is to secure one of their most important players on a longer-term footing as the season develops.