Summerville agrees Al Hilal deal, rejecting Roma move

Matteo Salvini, Italy's Infrastructure and Transport Minister and Deputy Prime Minister, has weighed in on speculation linking AC Milan's Rafael Leão to Roma. Speaking on Radio Roma Sound's 'Gli inascoltabili' programme, Salvini — a lifelong Milan supporter — offered a candid assessment of the Portuguese winger's suitability for the Giallorossi. Salvini acknowledged Leão's technical quality and physical attributes but questioned his consistency and mental approach. He said: "When he wants to play, you cannot stop him. The problem is: when does he want to play? For one year, two years, three years, four years he is potentially a champion. After some years, 'potentially' is an adverb that one can no longer use. No one disputes his quality, his technique, but his attitude. On Lazio's bench there is Gattuso, who certainly didn't have Leão's feet, didn't have his physique, his height, his acceleration, but he came off the pitch with three sweaty shirts at the end of the match. So I don't know, I don't comment on the market dealings of others." Salvini also discussed Roma's plans for a new stadium during the interview, reflecting broader infrastructure concerns alongside the club's transfer activity.

Roma's transfer window remains stalled a month into the season, with no new signings completed despite ongoing talks. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has prioritised the signing of a left winger, a position the club has been actively pursuing following the collapse of moves for other targets. Napoli offered Roma the services of Noa Lang, who spent the previous season on loan at Galatasaray and is surplus to requirements under Napoli's new manager Allegri. However, Roma's leadership immediately rejected the proposal, with Gasperini particularly unconvinced by the Dutch winger's profile. The top target remains Antonio Nusa, though RB Leipzig is demanding at least €60 million for the player.

Roma have turned down the opportunity to sign Noa Lang from Napoli as head coach Gian Piero Gasperini's hunt for a new attacking winger continues. Transfers for Mason Greenwood and Yankuba Summerville have fallen through, leaving the club focused on other targets. The Dutch winger does not appeal to Gasperini and will not be considered for selection. The primary focus remains on securing a long-term solution on the flank for the coming season. Lenny Nusa of RB Leipzig continues to be viewed as an ideal fit, though negotiations are proving difficult due to Leipzig's high demands—the German club is seeking approximately 60 million euros. The challenging valuation has stalled progress on that front. Lang, who spent the latter part of the previous season on loan at Galatasaray, does not feature in Napoli's plans going forward under manager Allegri, making him available for transfer. However, Roma's decision to decline the offer signals Gasperini's specific tactical and stylistic preferences for the role.