Roma's new stadium project advances as Services Conference concludes

Bruno Conti, a Roma legend, has shared a heartfelt message on Instagram recounting his career at the club from 10 February 1974 to his retirement on 23 May 1991. In the post, Conti expressed gratitude for the years spent wearing the giallorossi shirt with pride, passion and love, describing his time at Roma as an unforgettable journey. Conti thanked his teammates for sharing victories, defeats, sacrifices and battles alongside him, saying the memories and bonds forged during his career will remain with him forever. He also paid special tribute to his parents, reflecting on how their silent sacrifices and unconditional affection enabled him to achieve his dream at Roma. In a poignant detail, Conti referenced a photograph showing his father still wearing a tie that was given to him alongside Conti's first Roma kit. He wrote: "Dad still wears that tie that was given to me along with my first Roma uniform. You wore it with pride your whole life, never stopping, because in that knot were your love, your passion for Roma and the happiness of seeing your son fulfil a dream that felt like yours too." Conti concluded by saying: "To you, mum, and to you, dad, goes the greatest thanks. For the silent sacrifices, for the unconditional affection you gave to me and my brothers. If this journey was so special, it is because you were our first, true achievement. With all my heart, thank you."

Roma are on the verge of completing their first summer transfer. Santiago Castro will arrive from Bologna, with Artem Dovbyk heading in the opposite direction on loan to join Tedesco's squad. The deal represents Roma's opening move in the transfer window. Dovbyk, who joined Roma last season, will step aside to make room for Castro's arrival. The loan move offers the Ukrainian striker a fresh start while freeing up space in the squad for the incoming Bologna forward. This swap deal resolves both clubs' needs in attack within a single transaction. Elsewhere, Rome's mayor Gualtieri and Sessa discussed progress on the new stadium project during an administrative briefing. In national team news, Andrea Pirlo announced via Instagram that he will not take the Italy job.

Santiago Castro has completed his move to Roma from Bologna for €35 million including bonuses on a five-year contract. The Argentine striker will arrive at Termini station around 23:45 this evening before undergoing medical examinations tomorrow and signing his deal. His arrival triggers Artem Dovbyk's departure to Bologna on a loan with a purchase option, with the Ukrainian's €3.5 million salary covered by the Emilian club. Dovbyk will travel to Bologna tomorrow for his medical. Castro's signing marks Roma's primary attacking reinforcement ahead of the new season, particularly with Champions League football on the horizon. Gasperini has prioritised two strong forward options, and club sources confirm Roma rejected a loan approach for Robinio Vaz before Bologna proposed Dovbyk as an alternative. Roma's hierarchy has also made Lorenzo Pellegrini's contract renewal a priority. Following recent signings of Dybala, Mancini, and Cristante, the club aims to extend Pellegrini's deal before the squad departs for a pre-season training camp in Wales. Pellegrini's new contract is projected to run until 2028 with an optional further season, offering €2.5 million annually plus bonuses. Rome's mayor Gualtieri confirmed progress on the new Stadio della Roma at Pietralata. At an institutional meeting on Friday involving Regional President Rocca and ministers Abodi and Salvini, Gualtieri stated: "Today we make another leap forward in the procedures for stadium construction. An entire area regeneration with a stadium at its centre that will have the world's largest Curva and will be a joy for all sports fans. The services conference will be concluded by September." Roma legend Roberto Pruzzo praised Castro as "a great player, strong" with quality to play centre-forward or provide assists.