Roma push Rodrigo Mora deal towards completion; Luis Henrique emerges as left-back option

Evan Ferguson is on the verge of joining Genoa on loan from Brighton as manager Daniele De Rossi seeks to bolster his attacking options. The Irish forward endured a difficult spell at Roma last season, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists in Serie A. Genoa have been in negotiations with Brighton for several days to complete the loan move, with the transfer reportedly close to completion. Ferguson's departure from Roma comes after an underwhelming campaign that saw the 2004-born attacker make limited impact. The move would give him a fresh opportunity to prove himself in Serie A. Earlier in his time at Roma, Ferguson had impressed in early matches of the previous season against Bologna and Pisa, earning praise even from Gasperini during that period. His move to Genoa would follow the arrival of Baldanzi to De Rossi's squad.

Roma director D'Amico is pursuing three targets to strengthen Gian Piero Gasperini's squad before the transfer window closes. Rodrigo Mora from Porto tops the shortlist for the left side of the attack, though D'Amico is still awaiting final approval from the Portuguese club. While negotiations over Mora continue, the club has simultaneously advanced discussions for Malick Fofana; Lyon have reduced their asking price to approximately €35 million, and the Belgian winger has signalled his willingness to join Roma. However, Roma will not proceed with Fofana until the Mora deal is confirmed, treating both players as concrete alternatives with different characteristics for Gasperini's left attacking zone. On the left flank, Destiny Udogie remains D'Amico's primary target. The Tottenham defender is Gasperini's preferred option and talks are underway for a loan agreement with a conditional obligation to buy. Tottenham's valuation stands at approximately €25 million, and the former Udinese player has already agreed to the move several days ago. The pursuit of these three signings comes after Roma's summer transfer activity failed to address the left-sided positions sufficiently.

Inter are preparing to intensify their efforts to sign Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones this week, having maintained interest throughout the summer without exploring alternative midfield options. The English player has been excluded from recent Liverpool friendlies due to a hip problem and has signalled his desire to move to San Siro via social media. Inter are waiting for Liverpool to reduce their asking price, which the Serie A club considers excessive. Inter are unlikely to pay more than €30–35M for Jones given his contractual situation, though they are not seeking a steep discount. The strategy mirrors their approach to signing Djed Spence from Tottenham, who wanted to leave and will have more consistent playing time in Serie A. Should Inter move forward with Jones, they remain open to selling Luis Henrique, who is on Roma's radar along with several Premier League clubs. Inter value Henrique at €25M with room to negotiate the structure of a deal. If he departs, Inter would consider a cheaper signing—preferring someone more aggressive in the final third. Inter's midfield depth gives them leverage in negotiations, and the possibility of signing Jones on a free transfer in a year strengthens their negotiating position, though acquiring from the Premier League remains costly.

Roma are actively exploring departures in the current transfer window. Jan Ziółkowski is in line to leave the club, with several Arab clubs monitoring the Polish defender. The 2005-born centre-back has attracted interest due to his youth and established international pedigree, and Roma are awaiting offers. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini would prefer to move on Daniele Ghilardi instead, but Ziółkowski commands greater market appeal. The arrival of Koulierakis has squeezed playing time for the young Pole, as the new signing can operate as left-centre-back in place of Mario Hermoso or centrally to rotate with Evan N'Dicka. Matías Soulé also remains available for transfer, though no offers have yet reached Roma's Trigoria training ground for the winger. Updates on potential departures are expected in the coming days as the club looks to balance the squad and generate funds. Gasperini's preference for which defender to sell underscores the tactical flexibility now available following recent recruitment, with multiple defensive options enabling the manager to make strategic choices about squad composition.

Pierluigi Gollini has announced he is expecting a son. The Roma goalkeeper shared the news on social media, writing: "Life, at times, gives you what you've always dreamed of; we were very fortunate." He and his partner Ariel Serra, whom he married in May 2025, posted photos of Nike baby shoes they had already purchased for their child. The couple were expecting a boy. Gollini's teammates responded warmly to the announcement on social media, including messages from Niccolò Pisilli and Jan Ziółkowski. Former Roma player Kostas Tsimikas also commented, as did Chiara Nasti, wife of Mattia Zaccagni and formerly Gollini's sister-in-law.

Roma played their final pre-season friendly against Borussia Dortmund at Signal Iduna Park on 15 August, with kickoff at 17:30. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini left Molina on the bench and deployed Lulli at left-back in Wesley's absence. Donyell Malen led the attack in a 3-4-2-1 formation that also featured Mile Svilar in goal, a back line of Gianluca Mancini, Evan N'Dicka, and Mario Hermoso, midfielders Devyne Rensch, Neil El Aynaoui, Bryan Cristante and Lulli, with Paulo Dybala and Matías Soulé in support. The match offered Gasperini a chance to assess the squad's development ahead of the new season. Dortmund lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under coach Kovac, with Gregor Kobel in goal and Serhou Guirassy leading their attack. Roma had several players available on the bench, including De Marzi, Pierluigi Gollini, Koulierakis, Castro, Manu Koné, Molina, Jan Ziółkowski, Mannini, Reale, Robinio Vaz, Morucci and Daniele Ghilardi.