Summerville moves closer to Roma after agent talks conclude

Crysencio Summerville remains at the centre of Roma's transfer activity this window. The Dutch winger has impressed at West Ham and at the World Cup, attracting interest from top European clubs including Manchester United, who had placed him high on their shortlist. However, United's pursuit has cooled significantly due to Marcus Rashford's return to fitness. Rashford's high wages—he was not taken up on a permanent deal by Barcelona—create a substantial obstacle to signing another player in that position. Roma continue to track Summerville as a priority target, but face competition from the Premier League side despite United's recent reluctance. According to journalist Laurie Whitwell of The Athletic, the Rashford situation has directly dampened United's enthusiasm: "This is a situation influenced by the Rashford matter. He earns such a high salary that, unless he leaves, it is difficult to understand how to sign a player in that position with the necessary financial resources." West Ham are seeking a starting price of 40 million pounds, with English reports suggesting they could demand up to 50 million pounds including add-ons.

Roma are pressing ahead with negotiations to sign Dutch winger Summerville from West Ham, with talks ongoing over a significant transfer fee involving the player's representatives. The 22-year-old can operate across multiple attacking positions on the pitch, offering tactical flexibility for head coach Gian Piero Gasperini's system. Summerville would be another Dutch addition to the Roma squad under Gasperini, who has already recruited from the Netherlands this summer. The move represents an ambitious attempt to strengthen the attacking department ahead of the new season. However, the deal remains subject to agreement from the player's agents, and Roma have reportedly set a deadline to reach a conclusion. The transfer hinges on three parties reaching terms—the club, West Ham, and Summerville's representatives. Alternative targets are being considered should negotiations stall, with Garnacho mentioned as a potential backup option.

Zeki Çelik has completed his contract renewal at Roma, with document exchanges finalised. The Turkish defender will rejoin the squad on 18 July following post-tournament leave. Alongside Çelik, Roma have already secured Paulo Dybala's renewal, while Gianluca Mancini and Bryan Cristante are set to stay, pending only their signatures on final agreements. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini is working to retain key players from the expiring contracts list rather than pursue significant new signings at Trigoria. The more pressing challenge involves Lorenzo Pellegrini. Although Gasperini would welcome the midfielder's continued presence and Pellegrini himself wishes to remain at Roma, approval from ownership—the Friedkin Group—remains outstanding. A gap persists in negotiations over his future, complicating what would otherwise be a period of contract resolutions for the club.