Roma hold back on Luis Henrique as wage demands prove too steep

Porto coach Francesco Farioli addressed speculation surrounding Rodrigo Mora ahead of his side's match against Rio Ave, stating the player will be available for selection. Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Farioli said: "This week there has been much clamour. We have been bombarded with news 24 hours a day with market rumours, but nothing more. Rodrigo Mora is a great professional, he is a Porto player, a great fan of the club and we will use him when we deem it appropriate. There is nothing new. The market is always like this. I do not agree with the fact that the market is open while we play, but it is absolutely normal and requires professionalism from all parties involved. The clubs that negotiate, the players who are the heart of what we do and we coaches must be sensitive to all issues." AS Roma and Porto continue to negotiate over Mora, though Roma are also evaluating alternative targets. Lyon midfielder Fofana is on their list of options as they pursue a defensive reinforcement in the current transfer window.

Roma continue to pursue Rodrigo Mora in an active transfer window, with sporting director D'Amico also evaluating alternative targets. According to Sportitalia, Lyon's Fofana is among the backup options; the French club has lowered its asking price and Roma will turn to the Belgian midfielder if talks over Mora break down. Nkunku, who was sought by Roma in January, remains under consideration, but a swap involving Matías Soulé has been ruled out. Soulé continues to attract interest from AC Milan. Nkunku faces significant competition for his signature, having fallen out of favour under Amorim's management, and several foreign clubs have made enquiries. Gasperini awaits the forward reinforcement he requires, having hoped to secure the player before mid-August, though further patience will be necessary.

AC Milan have lowered their asking price for Rafa Leao to approximately €40 million as the Portuguese winger prepares to leave the club. Galatasaray are among the interested parties, but Roma were also offered the player some weeks ago and chose not to pursue a deal, partly due to his high wage demands. Nkunku has also entered the transfer market and Roma are monitoring the French forward. However, competition for his signature is intense, with several foreign clubs having made enquiries alongside the giallorossi. D'Amico's team have the player on their radar as they look to strengthen their attacking options.