Roma failed to secure summer exit to balance UEFA accounts; fine expected in November

Real Madrid have outlined their conditions for Franco Mastantuono's departure, with the Argentine forward out of favour at the club. The Spanish giants will allow him to leave on a straight loan or permanent transfer with a buy-back clause — a structure similar to the Nico Paz deal — to retain control of the player. Roma have emerged as suitors but are reluctant to accept Madrid's formula. The Giallorossi would prefer to take Mastantuono on loan with at least a purchase option, a requirement that has left them less engaged than Serie A rivals Fiorentina in the race for his signature. Real Madrid continue to prioritise Endrick as their primary target, though his arrival depends on Matías Soulé's departure from the club.

Torino have rejected Roma's opening offer of €10 million plus bonuses for 19-year-old left-back Cacciamani. The Turin club values the player at no less than €15 million, according to reports. Roma are expected to return with a fresh approach in the coming weeks as the transfer window remains open and the market has considerable time to run. Cacciamani, who demonstrated his abilities on loan at Juve Stabia last season after progressing through Torino's academy, is regarded as a talented prospect with pure technique, creativity, and physical attributes. The prospect of Roma renewing their interest is live given his quality, though Torino president Cairo has firmly established his valuation floor. The situation mirrors previous transfer frustrations for Torino fans, who recall the departure of Bellanova in late August 2024. Torino have also been exploring potential signings, including scouting ground for Fortini as they reshape their squad.

Roma are actively negotiating to sign Givairo Read as director Tony D'Amico works across multiple transfer fronts with the season starting in just over three weeks. The Giallorossi are in competition with Nottingham Forest for Read, after reports emerged that the English club had stepped back from an auction-style bidding war being fuelled by Feyenoord. Earlier, D'Amico completed the signing of Koulierakis from Wolfsburg for 16 million euros plus 1.5 million in bonuses and 20 per cent of future sale proceeds. Gasperini has requested at least four reinforcements: two attacking wingers and two defensive full-backs, though a potential departure of Koné would necessitate a direct replacement of equal standing. Nusa remains the primary left-wing target, with discussions ongoing over whether the Norwegian arrival would displace Lorenzo Pellegrini in the squad hierarchy. At centre-forward, Roma have established they can secure both Endrick and Mastantuono following discussions in Madrid on Wednesday. The Brazilian prospect, who would rotate with Paulo Dybala in Gasperini's preferred pairing system, holds the greater appeal. The club is prepared to accelerate a move for Endrick after 15 August, provided Real Madrid agrees to a deal beyond a straight loan, with Matías Soulé potentially playing a balancing role in the squad's finances and formation decisions.

Roma have announced the squad selected by Gian Piero Gasperini for the second phase of pre-season, with the team departing for Wales in the afternoon. The travelling group includes defenders Rensch, Ndicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Mannini, Nardin, Reale, Lulli and Ghilardi; midfielders Cristante, El Aynaoui, Pisilli, Panico and Bah; and forwards Castro, Malen, Soulé, Dybala, Cherubini and Vaz. The Wales camp marks a significant checkpoint in Roma's preparation for the new season under Gasperini's management. The head coach has selected a mixed squad that blends established first-team players with younger prospects, reflecting the club's approach to squad development during the off-season training schedule. The three-week pre-season programme continues to build fitness and tactical cohesion ahead of Serie A's return.

Roma's second pre-season training camp begins with the squad traveling to Wales this evening under the management of Gian Piero Gasperini. The most notable inclusion in the squad list is the return of midfielder Niccolò Pisilli, who has recovered from a calf injury sustained in recent days and is now fully available to Gasperini. Robinio Vaz has also rejoined the full group after returning to training in the preceding days. The club released the complete squad list via official channels, confirming the presence of new signings and young players aggregated for the overseas tour. The midfield contingent includes Cristante, El Aynaoui, Pisilli, Panico, and Bah, while the defence features Rensch, N'Dicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziółkowski, Wesley, Mannini, Nardin, Reale, Lulli, and Ghilardi. The attacking options comprise Castro, Malen, Soulé, Dybala, Cherubini, and Vaz. The tour provides Gasperini with an opportunity to continue the squad's preparation for the upcoming campaign in a controlled environment away from Italy.

Roma travel to Wales this evening for the second phase of their pre-season training camp, with Niccolò Pisilli returning to the squad after a calf injury sidelined him in recent days. Robinio Vaz, who had recovered a few days earlier, is also included in the group named by head coach Gian Piero Gasperini. The full squad for the Welsh camp comprises three goalkeepers (De Marzi, Gollini, Svilar), thirteen defenders (Rensch, Ndicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Mannini, Nardin, Reale, Lulli, Ghilardi), five midfielders (Cristante, El Aynaoui, Pisilli, Panico, Bah), and six forwards (Castro, Malen, Soulé, Dybala, Cherubini, Vaz). Pisilli's availability marks a significant boost to Gasperini's options as Roma continue their preparations for the new season.

Roma's second pre-season training camp begins with the squad traveling to Wales this evening under the management of Gian Piero Gasperini. The most notable inclusion in the squad list is the return of midfielder Niccolò Pisilli, who has recovered from a calf injury sustained in recent days and is now fully available to Gasperini. Robinio Vaz has also rejoined the full group after returning to training in the preceding days. The club released the complete squad list via official channels, confirming the presence of new signings and young players aggregated for the overseas tour. The midfield contingent includes Cristante, El Aynaoui, Pisilli, Panico, and Bah, while the defence features Rensch, N'Dicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziółkowski, Wesley, Mannini, Nardin, Reale, Lulli, and Ghilardi. The attacking options comprise Castro, Malen, Soulé, Dybala, Cherubini, and Vaz. The tour provides Gasperini with an opportunity to continue the squad's preparation for the upcoming campaign in a controlled environment away from Italy.

Juventus have entered talks to sign Roma defender Daniele Ghilardi, reportedly willing to offer Federico Gatti as a makeweight in negotiations. The move comes as Roma prepare to bring in Konstantinos Koulierakis to strengthen their defence, a signing that could push either Ziółkowski or Ghilardi away from the Stadio Olimpico. Ghilardi's maiden season in giallorossi colours was inconsistent, beginning with a subdued spell before improving in the second half of the campaign. However, he remained a secondary option in Gian Piero Gasperini's rotation, with the trio of Gianluca Mancini, Evan N'Dicka, and Mario Hermoso forming the defensive core that proved decisive in securing Champions League qualification. The 2003-born centre-back's exit would free space in Gasperini's squad as Koulierakis arrives to bolster the backline.

Roma have completed the signing of Greek centre-back Konstantinos Koulierakis from Wolfsburg for €15M plus add-ons. The deal came together swiftly; Koulierakis joined Wolfsburg from PAOK in 2024 and has made 66 appearances, scoring 4 goals and providing 3 assists. He has earned 22 caps for Greece and will serve as backup to Evan N'Dicka and provide competition for Mario Hermoso. Simultaneously, Roma have entered the race for Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read, with the club preparing a €25M bid. Read and Ivan Fresneda are the two closest targets for the right flank, with the club pursuing them as mutually exclusive options. Feyenoord have rejected two proposals from Nottingham Forest, and Read has also attracted interest from Inter. In 54 appearances for Feyenoord, Read has scored 5 goals and provided 11 assists. In squad movement, Angeliño is heading to Deportivo La Coruna on loan with a €2.5M option to buy. The centre-back signing was not an urgent priority, though potential departures involving Evan N'Dicka, Jan Ziółkowski, or Daniele Ghilardi remain possibilities.

Roma travel to Wales this evening for the second phase of their pre-season training camp, with Niccolò Pisilli returning to the squad after a calf injury sidelined him in recent days. Robinio Vaz, who had recovered a few days earlier, is also included in the group named by head coach Gian Piero Gasperini. The full squad for the Welsh camp comprises three goalkeepers (De Marzi, Gollini, Svilar), thirteen defenders (Rensch, Ndicka, Hermoso, Mancini, Ziolkowski, Wesley, Mannini, Nardin, Reale, Lulli, Ghilardi), five midfielders (Cristante, El Aynaoui, Pisilli, Panico, Bah), and six forwards (Castro, Malen, Soulé, Dybala, Cherubini, Vaz). Pisilli's availability marks a significant boost to Gasperini's options as Roma continue their preparations for the new season.

Roma face Cardiff City in a pre-season friendly on 1 August at 16:00 at Cardiff City Stadium, marking their first match of the Wales training camp following earlier warm-up fixtures against Primavera, Trastevere and Cannes. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini will field a 3-4-2-1 formation: Svilar in goal; Mancini, Ndicka and Hermoso across the back; Rensch and Wesley as wing-backs; El Aynaoui and Cristante in midfield; Dybala and Soulé in attacking support; with Malen leading the line. Tickets for the friendly are available through Cardiff City's official website. The match will be shown live on streaming platform DAZN, with a repeat broadcast at 21:30 on Italian channel NOVE. Live text coverage with real-time updates will be available on ilromanista.eu.

Roma's squad returned to their Fulvio Bernardini training base yesterday afternoon after a friendly against Cannes that ended 3–3 in France, and have been granted a double session today ahead of the new season. Neil El Aynaoui is expected to rejoin the group at Trigoria after representing Morocco at the World Cup, where they were eliminated by France in the quarter-finals. His return will give head coach Gian Piero Gasperini additional midfield depth, with Niccolò Pisilli currently sidelined by injury and Manu Koné absent following France's World Cup campaign that ended in a third-place playoff loss to England. With the Serie A opener against Fiorentina less than a month away, Roma are building their competitive shape in earnest. Goalkeeper Mile Svilar told reporters: "We're working physically a lot, so the results cannot be seen today or in a few days. We need another month of work to really be in good shape and fortunately we have it ahead of us before the real matches arrive." Bryan Cristante and youth academy players have carried the midfield load during the first phase of pre-season. The squad travels to Wales tomorrow to Vale Resort at Hensol, where they will face Cardiff on 1 August, Newport on 4 August, and Brighton on 8 August. Roma return to Rome before the final warm-up fixture against Borussia Dortmund on 15 August.