Roma has recently made a bold investment of around €90 million, marking a significant moment in Trigoria as they seek to reshape the squad. However, before further acquisitions take place, the focus has shifted to selling players. The transfer market operates in cycles; there are times to invest in new talent and times to consolidate resources. As the club enjoys the arrival of fresh talents, including Dovbyk, who joined the English training camp alongside Shomurodov, the coming days will be crucial for attracting potential buyers.
Not all players will be leaving, but there are nine individuals in the current squad who could potentially be on their way out. Naturally, when considering departures, attention turns to players who don’t fit into the tactical plan. The most prominent name is Rick Karsdorp, who remains in Trigoria training alone after rejecting offers from Turkish and Greek clubs. His time at Roma seems to be over, and while he seeks to earn his full salary of €2.2 million plus bonuses, finding a solution may not be easy.
Others like Shomurodov, Solbakken, and Darboe are also expected to move on. Shomurodov has interest from Verona, while Darboe has attracted attention from Frosinone and Salernitana, as well as Sampdoria, where he played last season. Meanwhile, Solbakken is also looking for new opportunities, but high wages have deterred some clubs, including Malmö.
Another player in limbo is Kumbulla, who could leave on loan; Parma is reportedly interested if a permanent deal isn’t found. Financially, significant funds could come from selling Tammy Abraham, who has admirers in Milan and Atalanta following Scamacca’s injury. The English striker is also on West Ham’s radar, yet he currently prefers to stay in Italy. Roma values him at €30 million and is looking for cash offers, making it clear they are not interested in any player exchanges.
Chris Smalling is another player under scrutiny, earning €3.8 million plus bonuses, but concerns over his physical fitness may hinder his future at the club. With the Saudi Arabian transfer market closing late on October 6, there could be developments on that front soon.
Furthermore, the futures of young talents Zalewski and Bove remain uncertain. Zalewski’s contract expires in June, with no talks of renewal yet, while the club searches for a capable winger. Bove’s situation is linked to his ambition to play; he currently ranks fifth in the midfield hierarchy behind Paredes, Cristante, Le Fée, and Pellegrini. Roma holds firm on a valuation of €16-18 million for Bove, with Fiorentina showing interest but at lower amounts.
As the next couple of weeks unfold, the dynamics within the squad and potential departures may significantly change the landscape at Roma. The club is poised for a transformative period, and all eyes will be on how they manage their roster moving forward.