Roma takes time on Garnacho; loan deal only option for now

Roma's search for wide players has widened beyond Dan Ndoye of Nottingham Forest, with director Tony D'Amico now also scouting Can Uzun of Eintracht Frankfurt. The 20-year-old Turkish attacking midfielder is viewed as an emerging international talent and appeals to head coach Gian Piero Gasperini. D'Amico has initiated contact with Frankfurt and Uzun's representatives to explore a deal; the player carries a valuation of approximately €45 million, though room for negotiation exists. Roma had previously dismissed suggestions of chasing Mason Greenwood, instead prioritising established players at realistic fees. Any acceleration in these pursuits will follow the official renewal of contracts for Paulo Dybala, Zeki Çelik, and Lorenzo Pellegrini, as well as extensions for Gianluca Mancini (through 2030) and Bryan Cristante (through 2029). Ndoye, an experienced operator in Italian football from his time at Bologna, contrasts with Uzun, a fresh prospect attracting interest from multiple clubs. Uzun, represented by the same agents as fellow Roma target Nicolò Tresoldi, has played two World Cup appearances for Turkey—60 minutes against Paraguay and 6 minutes against the United States. In the Bundesliga, he has emerged as one of the league's finest young talents over the past two seasons. D'Amico will continue dialogue with the German club regarding improved terms.

Roma have shifted their transfer focus to alternative right-wing targets after the pursuit of Marseille's Mason Greenwood became untenable due to his salary demands and character concerns. Head coach Gasperini and director D'Amico identified a replacement from the same calibre as Greenwood last week. The club considered Greenwood a realistic target until his move to Fenerbahçe was confirmed, with Atlético Madrid attempting a late intervention. Roma are now targeting names described as "more from a Champions League level," with Nusa of Leipzig and Mbaye of Paris Saint-Germain emerging as primary options. Ajax's Godts has also resurfaced but predominantly plays on the left. The operation is being kept confidential to avoid repeating errors made with previous targets including Summerville and Greenwood. Gasperini signalled that serious incomings would begin next week. In parallel, Roma continue pursuing Diego Moreira from Strasbourg as a left-sided option, though negotiations face obstacles. Moreira remains active for Belgium at the World Cup, but talks between Roma's hierarchy and Strasbourg continue with Chelsea's provisional approval—the English club holds a buy-back clause. Strasbourg's initial 40 million euro valuation is considered excessive. Roma are also expected to resume discussions with Chelsea over Alejandro Garnacho.

Roma remain interested in signing Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho as they pursue a major attacking addition this summer. The Giallorossi have already been rebuffed in their pursuit of Mason Greenwood but continue to track the Argentine winger, who appeals to them more than alternatives such as Nottingham Forest's Dan Ndoye or Strasbourg's Diego Moreira. Roma are waiting for Chelsea to clarify their stance on the player, with the Blues yet to make a final decision. Garnacho is expected to join Chelsea's training camp in the coming days. Under Gian Piero Gasperini's system, Garnacho's profile fits Roma's attacking blueprint, though his form has declined in recent seasons. Rather than commit to a permanent transfer, Roma are weighing an initial loan approach to reduce risk and evaluate the player before committing further. If the club sense an opening in negotiations, they intend to lodge a formal approach.