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Soulé rejects Saudi Arabia move, positioning Roma stay as likely option
·23 July 2026·91d ago

Soulé rejects Saudi Arabia move, positioning Roma stay as likely option

Source: Roma News

Matías Soulé has turned down a lucrative offer from Al-Ahli and made clear his determination to remain at Roma, rejecting the Saudi Pro League in favour of continuing his development in Europe's top leagues. The 23-year-old Argentine, who arrived from Juventus, has consistently refused to entertain moves to the Middle East, prioritising technical growth in mainstream European football over financial incentives.

Soulé's firm stance comes as Roma's transfer window has shifted dramatically. The collapse of the Crysencio Summerville deal — blocked by Al-Hilal's intervention — has left the left flank bare of recognised options and forced sporting director Tony D'Amico to rebuild multiple areas of the squad. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini, who originally favoured a different profile of winger focused on one-on-one dribbling and direct pace, nonetheless values Soulé's technical quality and recognises the acute need to address gaps in attacking midfield depth. With no fresh attacking signings yet secured and the squad requiring wholesale overhaul, Soulé's refusal to leave and his quality now position him as a cornerstone of Roma's rebuilding effort for the new season.

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“L’estate di Matias Soulé si è trasformata in un intreccio di mercato denso di indiscrezioni con la Roma che ha cambiato più volte idea sul giocatore. Nel mese di giugno le offerte non sono mancate, a partire dai sondaggi della Premier League con Aston Villa, Sunderland e Fulham, fino all’interesse…”

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