At Roma, the renewal situation is starting to be considered, with four players whose contracts are expiring and waiting to know their futures.
While El Shaarawy’s departure now seems imminent and sealed, the contractual situations of Celik, Pellegrini, and Dybala are still being finalized.
Gian Piero Gasperini is focused on Monday’s match against Fiorentina at the Olimpico, while also preparing the agenda for the future of the Trigoria club.
The main focus, reports Il Corriere della Sera, is on choosing a new sporting director, in light of Massara’s departure.
Roma, however, cannot afford to waste time on the transfer market, urgently addressing the strengthening of the squad and prioritizing contract renewals. Celik’s situation is the most pressing.
The defender, who has not yet reached an agreement with other clubs, would be willing to stay in Rome, especially if Gasperini confirmed his role.
Negotiations for his renewal have already resumed, although his salary is less than €4 million net. However, Roma could raise their offer thanks to the growth decree.
As for Pellegrini, his permanence is possible, but with a drastic reduction in his salary. Gasperini sees him as a potential attacking midfielder, despite the request for three attacking wingers.
Finally, the situation for Dybala is more complex, with the player having already reached a preliminary agreement with Boca Juniors and Roma considering a pay-as-you-go contract to retain the striker. The former Juventus player wants to finish the season on a high note first, before making a decision.
