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Former Roma defender Cafu has suggested that his former teammate Aldair would be a good option to take over as the club's next coach.
Roma are yet to appoint a permanent successor to Eusebio Di Francesco after Claudio Ranieri's interim spell, with Shakhtar's Paulo Fonseca and Bologna's Sinisa Mihajlovic now the front-runners. Given the withdrawals of Antonio Conte - now appointed at Inter - Maurizio Sarri, Marcelo Bielsa and Gian Piero Gasperini from the race, it looks like Roma will be failing to upgrade on their previous boss, something which Cafu has noticed. The former right-back told Sky Sport: "I'm in love with Roma, let's hope we can go to the Champions League next year, together with Milan. "At this point it would have been better to keep Di Francesco, he was doing a good job." However, Cafu has a more unorthodox suggestion to replace the former Sassuolo coach - compatriot Aldair. "I would say Aldair, he can do it and he played there for a long time. He knows the place well." Cafu and Aldair won the Scudetto together with Roma in 2001. Want more Roma news on your timeline? Like the new Giallorossi Yorkshire Facebook page!
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All of Friday's Roma transfer rumours in one place - including updates on Edin Dzeko's proposed exit, the futures of three loaned out players, and one player who could follow Paulo Fonseca from Shakhtar.
Dzeko close to departure The coach of Bosnia-Herzegovina has revealed that Roma striker Edin Dzeko will team up with the national squad late because he "has something to finalise." The 33-year-old is expected to join Inter, with Gazzetta Dello Sport saying that Roma want €30m for him. Hysaj intends to leave Napoli After his agent talked up the prospects of a move to Roma, Elseid Hysaj has confirmed to Digitalb that he will leave Napoli. The full-back is also admired by Atletic0 Madrid and Inter, with his value expected to be in the region of €25-30m. Berardi agreement finally in place? Domenico Berardi has been linked with Roma for an eternity, and Tuttosport claim that a move could finally be on. According to the paper, Roma and Sassuolo already have an agreement in place for the winger. Defrel price tag set Gregoire Defrel has had a productive season on loan at Sampdoria, and the Ligurian club want to sign him permanently. According to Tuttosport, Roma are holding out for more than €13m. However, Tuttomercatoweb report that Samp have made an opening offer of just €9m. Peres to leave Sao Paulo One player whose loan away from Roma hasn't been so good, is Bruno Peres. The right-back, who is still under contract at Roma until 2021, has been told that he can leave Sao Paulo. Juventus prepare Zaniolo offer Juventus want to sign either Federico Chiesa or Nicolo Zaniolo this summer, with the former believed to be the easier operation, according to Tuttosport. However, they are set to tempt Roma into selling Zaniolo - their preferred target - by offering some players in return. Perhaps one could be Italian goalkeeper Mattia Perin, who has been linked with the Giallorossi after serving as backup to Wojciech Szczesny in Turin this season. Pair of clubs want Verde Il Romanista report that Real Valladolid will not be signing Daniele Verde permanently after his loan. With just one year left on his Roma contract, it may be finally time to sell him, with AEK Athens and Genk making enquiries. Roma miss out on Bordalas One of the outside suggestions to become the next Roma coach was Pepe Bordalas, but the 55-year-old has today renewed his contract with Getafe. The news comes in the same week as another of Roma's coach targets, Gian Piero Gasperini, also extended his stay at his present club, Atalanta. Fonseca to bring Brazilian Attentions in the search for Eusebio Di Francesco's permanent successor have now turned to Shakhtar's Paulo Fonseca, and according to Calciomercato, the Portuguese coach could bring a forward with him from the Donetsk club. Taison is the name suggested, given that he wants a change of scenery after nearly a decade in Ukraine. All of Tuesday's Roma rumours in one place - including updates on Aleksandar Kolarov, Mattia Perin and a new candidate for the head coach's role.
Roma star linked with boyhood club With Roma preparing to say goodbye to several of the older players in the squad, Aleksandar Kolarov - whose contract expires next year - has been linked with a move to Red Star Belgrade. The team he supports, the left-back previously played in their youth ranks. Espreso.rs claim that Kolarov could rescind his contract a year early to move back to his homeland. Goalkeeper agent meets with Giallorossi Juventus back-up Mattia Perin is increasingly being linked with a move away, and according to Gazzetta Dello Sport journalist Nicolo Schira, the goalkeeper's agent has contacted Roma ahead of a potential transfer. Striker to be used as makeweight for Zapata With Edin Dzeko nearing a move to Inter, Roma are looking for a new striker, and that man could be Duvan Zapata. The Colombian could follow Gian Piero Gasperini if the coach signs with Roma, but a deal for the striker would be financially complicated for the Giallorossi. However, Corriere Dello Sport say that Gregoire Defrel, returning from a successful season with Sampdoria, could be offered to Atalanta in a cash-plus-player bid for Zapata. Ex-Napoli striker a cheaper alternative If the deal to sign Zapata - or Torino's Andrea Belotti - proves too expensive, then Leonardo Pavoletti, currently with Cagliari, could be an alternative, according to Leggo (via Calciomercato). Former Roma man Gasp alternative Roma are awaiting the outcome of the meeting between Gasperini and Atalanta to see if the Italian will carry on coaching the Champions League newcomers. If Gasperini does not move to Roma (and it appears he will not), then the new alternative, say La Repubblica (via ForzaRoma), would be Sinisa Mihajlovic, who inspired Bologna to an impressive top half finish after taking over mid-season. Manolas makes future admission One big name who may be sold after Roma missed out on the top four is Kostas Manolas, with Juventus, Napoli and Arsenal interested in activating his €36m release clause. When asked if he would be staying at Roma, the Greek defender replied: "I don't know." Petrachi could bring Torino defender If Gianluca Petrachi takes over as Roma sporting director, he could bring Lyanco with him from Torino, say Calciomercato. The defender has spent this season on loan at Bologna. What they said after De Rossi's farewell: tributes from Dzeko, Nainggolan, Riccardi and more27/5/2019
Yesterday, for the 616th and final time, Daniele De Rossi played for his beloved hometown club - Roma.
Roma won 2-1 against Parma, but the result barely mattered. The night was all about the celebration of De Rossi's career and legacy, which has seen him represent the club with fierce pride and passion over the course of 18 years. There were plenty of tears among the sold out Stadio Olimpico crowd and his teammates, as De Rossi received a beautiful reception from his people. Here is a collection of tributes to De Rossi from after the game. Edin Dzeko on Instagram "Four years spent together, so many shared moments that always united us more, you were clear and strong in the difficult situations. "With your consistency you managed to make the group and squad overcome every difficulty for your beloved shirt and for your city. One moment comes to mind: 10th April last year. I get the penalty, you score it. The proof that with team unity no result is precluded, even the semi-final of the Champions League. "Thank you for everything."
Claudio Ranieri on Il Messaggero "Daniele told me, 'I am happy that I finish together with you this evening'." Radja Nainggolan on Instagram "Today I had a very important match to play. But I had to have a space for you. I wanted to be with you for your last match with Roma. We felt each other today and I can only tell you that with your answer I felt comfortable. I will always have a true friend. I have always held you in high esteem as a player but even more as a man. I send you a big hug."
Alberto Aquilani on Instagram "With this evening, an era closes. I am proud to have been a part of it, even if our paths split too soon. Together we have been through a lot, starting with this photo, when we hoped and dreamed together about the debut in the first team. Good luck for everything, Dani. And yet the wind still blows."
James Pallotta on Twitter "I'd also like to thank the supporters in the stadium for giving Daniele the farewell he so richly deserved last night. After representing the supporters on the pitch for 18 years, the outpouring of love and support from everyone for him was incredible." Roberto Mancini to Il Romanista "De Rossi is like Totti and Bruno Conti. Roma always has many players who manage to play their entire career with that shirt, and when the time comes to leave, it is a bit difficult for both the fans and the player. De Rossi has donated all his career to Roma and that is a very important thing." Erik Lamela to Sky Sport (via ForzaRoma.info) "It is strange to think of Roma without De Rossi. Daniele played for so many years with the same team, representing them like Totti did before. I am a bit sad because I know how much he loves Roma, but I am sure that he will be happy in life. He is a great man. "My first memory of him is when I arrived; he was a point of reference, together with Totti, two great men." Nicolo Zaniolo to Sky Sport (via Calciomercato) "I don't need to describe Daniele as a person and as a player. Today I felt so many emotions and chills for a person so beloved in this great city. I just hope to do half of what he did." Alessio Riccardi on Corriere Dello Sport "Thank you captain! It is all that I can say to you after welcoming me into the locker room. Thanks for always making me feel like part of the team even if I was the youngest. I thank you for every bit of advice given in training, I will take it with me forever. Living so intensely was something incredible. I still can't believe that it all ended yesterday, I wish that game had never ended. You are everything Roma." All of Friday's Roma transfer rumours summarised in one place, including updates on Rafael Benitez, Nicolo Zaniolo and another goalkeeper suggestion.
Benitez rejects Roma approach Rafael Benitez was named recently as one of Roma's main options to take over as head coach next season. However, Chronicle Live report that, despite Roma making an approach for the former Liverpool and Napoli tactician, Benitez has informed them that he is in the process of renewing his deal at Newcastle. Palomino a target if Gasperini joins With Gian Piero Gasperini another prime candidate for the role, rumours suggested he could look to bring some players with him from Atalanta. One of those, claim Siamo La Roma, is Jose Luis Palomino, an Argentine centre-back. However, other clubs are interested, and he has been in talks over an extension to his contract, which expires next summer. Bonifazi for the backline Alternatively for the defence, SPAL's Kevin Bonifazi could be targeted. Tuttomercatoweb report that the 22-year-old, on loan from Torino with an option to buy, could move to a bigger club in the summer, with Roma and Atalanta keeping tabs. Zaniolo sets out contract demands Roma midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo is set to enter negotiations for an improved contract after a breakout season. Gazzetta Dello Sport's Nicolo Schira observes that the teenager wants to see his salary increased to €3m, including bonuses. Pellegrini ready to commit to Roma Despite the €30m release clause in his contract, Lorenzo Pellegrini looks set to commit to Roma and become one of their leaders in the post-Daniele De Rossi era. Il Tempo confirm that he wants to become a bandiera for Roma. Greek goalkeeper targeted Roma are in need of a new goalkeeper, and the latest name to be suggested is Benfica's Odisseas Vlachodimos. Gazzetta Dello Sport say that Roma have their eyes on the Greek number one, who is valued at around €20m - which may be too much for the Giallorossi. Cangiano to be offered as compensation for Petrachi With Torino sporting director Gianluca Petrachi resigning from his post and being heavily linked with Roma - although he says he has not met with the Giallorossi yet - Tuttomercatoweb say that the Granata may ask for Roma youth player Gianmarco Cangiano as compensation. This could help sweeten the relationship between the two clubs in the case of any future negotiations for players. Roma dreaming of Belotti For example, Corriere Dello Sport say that Roma are dreaming of taking Torino captain Andrea Belotti as their replacement for Edin Dzeko. Fernando Llorente has been offered to them, but Belotti would represent a more long-term solution. Banfield winger to freshen up attack If Petrachi is confirmed at Roma, one player he may bid for is young Banfield winger Agustin Urzi, claims journalist Alfredo Pedulla. Fiorentina are also interested. Roma rumour roundup: Two strikers who could join on frees; who Petrachi would bring from Torino21/5/2019 All of Tuesday's Roma rumours in one place, including updates on two strike targets, Tomas Rincon and Salvatore Sirigu.
Roma trying to sign free agent Kruse Werder Bremen striker Max Kruse, 31, is out of contract at the end of the season, and according to German source Sport1, Roma are one of three clubs interested in signing him. Liverpool and Bayern Munich are the other clubs competing for his signature. Llorente could be offered Italy return Alternatively, Tottenham Hotspur striker Fernando Llorente could be brought to Roma. The 34-year-old previously played in Serie A with Juventus, and the Daily Mirror report that his contract at Spurs will not be extended. Roma are joined by Milan, Valencia and Marseille in their interest. Rincon could be De Rossi replacement With Daniele De Rossi leaving Roma at the end of the season, reinforcements will be needed in midfield, and Calciomercato.it claim that one option is Tomas Rincon. With Torino sporting director Gianluca Petrachi linked with Roma, he could be followed by the Venezuelan player - while potential head coach Gian Piero Gasperini worked with the player at Genoa. However, the website warn that relations with Torino could be frosty if Petrachi does arrive, given that their chairman Urbano Cairo is eager to keep him. Roma think of Celta midfielder One more name that Roma could target is Celta Vigo midfielder Stanislav Lobotka. According to Sky, Real Betis are ready to make an offer for the 24-year-old Slovakian, but Roma have also registered their interest. Midfield suggestions from Italy Perhaps more inspiring names, Corriere Dello Sport says that Roma want to build their future around a midfield of Cagliari's Nicolo Barella and Brescia's Sandro Tonali. Some of the more senior players in the squad could make way for the two arrivals, who would cost in the region of €40m. De Rossi's Boca switch more likely than not One of the clubs where De Rossi could continue his playing career is Boca Juniors, whose sporting director is former Roma defender Nicolas Burdisso. And the Argentine club seem fairly confident of tempting the Giallorossi captain, with sport journalist Roberto Leto rating their chances of signing him at 60%. Petrachi to bring Sirigu As well as Rincon, another Torino player linked with Roma is goalkeeper Salvatore Sirigu. Corriere Dello Sport say that Petrachi would like to bring the former PSG man with him. Alternatively, Roma could target current PSG shotstopper Kevin Trapp, who has spent the season on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt and is not part of the plans of the Ligue 1 champions. Massara has two offers It is increasingly likely that current sporting director Ricky Massara will leave Roma at the season's end, and Tuttomercatoweb report that Fiorentina and Bologna will present him with offers. All of Monday's Roma-related rumours from the press, including updates on Cengiz Under, Mirko Antonucci and two new goalkeeper suggestions.
Under in contract negotiations According to Turkish Football, Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal remain interested in Roma winger Cengiz Under, who is valued upwards of €50m. Roma are currently trying to tie him down to an improved deal, despite his contract already running until 2022. Willems confirms Roma interest Dutch left-back Jetro Willems has confirmed his intention to leave Eintracht Frankfurt this summer, name-checking Roma as one of the clubs who are interested in him. The 25-year-old former PSV man told VTBL that Newcastle United are also hovering. Roma losing in Di Lorenzo chase One player who has entered the thoughts of Roma is Empoli right-back Giovanni Di Lorenzo, who could be signed in the event of Rick Karsdorp leaving. According to Tuttomercatoweb, though, Napoli are currently ahead of the Giallorossi in the battle to sign the 25-year-old. Antonucci and Frattesi returns considered According to Calciomercato.it, Roma are looking at the youth they have available for next season. Winger Mirko Antonucci could return from his loan spell at Pescara (turning down fresh offers from Sassuolo and Brescia), while Roma could exercise their €10m buyback option on midfielder Davide Frattesi, who was sold to Sassuolo as part of the deal that brought Lorenzo Pellegrini back to the capital in 2017. Frattesi has spent this season on loan at Serie B club Ascoli, where he has been a key player. Former Juventus keeper considered It is common knowledge by now that Roma need a new goalkeeper, with Antonio Mirante set to return to being backup next year despite his impressive run of form. Gazzetta Dello Sport state that one of the names under consideration by Roma is Valencia's Neto. The 29-year-old previously played in Serie A for Fiorentina and Juventus. Gasperini to go for Perin Another alternative idea for the goalkeeper role has emerged. One of the main names linked with becoming Roma's next coach is Gian Piero Gasperini, and according to Calciomercato.it, if the Atalanta tactician does arrive at Trigoria, he might want to be reunited with Juventus goalkeeper Mattia Perin, who he used to coach at Genoa. First contact made with Bielsa Over the weekend, Leeds United's Marcelo Bielsa was linked with the head coach role at Roma, and according to Sky Sport Italia, James Pallotta's advisor Franco Baldini has made the first contacts with the Argentine. However, the Yorkshire Evening Post report that Bielsa is increasingly likely to stay with Leeds for a second season. Totti to become technical director Corriere Dello Sport claim that Roma are set to give a more defined role to former captain Francesco Totti, after two years of an unspecified 'director' position. The 42-year-old is set to become a technical director, making more decisions on recruitment of players and coaches. Want more Roma news on your timeline? Like the new Giallorossi Yorkshire Facebook page! Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa has emerged as another candidate to take over at Roma.
The Giallorossi need to bring in a top coach to oversee their rebuilding project, with outbound Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri linked earlier today, following the rejections of Claudio Ranieri, Antonio Conte and Maurizio Sarri. Now, another name being linked with the role is Bielsa, who is halfway through the two-year deal that he signed with Leeds last summer. In his first season, the Argentine tactician guided the Yorkshire club to the Championship play-offs, but after they were eliminated by Derby County in the semi-finals, doubts have arisen over his future. According to Sky Sport Italia journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Roma are interested in bringing Bielsa back to Italy, after his doomed spell with rivals Lazio three years ago. He quit the club just two days after being appointed, claiming they had not provided him with the signings they had promised. As for his present situation at Leeds, it is far from certain that he will stay at Elland Road. Because the Whites missed out on promotion, he can now either renew his deal or walk away, as was stipulated in his contract. Leeds remain confident and hopeful that he will remain with them, and hold the power on whether or not he can actually leave, but his comments in the media have not given a definitive answer. Therefore, there could be an opening for Roma to strike a deal and finally give 'El Loco' his chance in Serie A. James Pallotta is interested in bringing Max Allegri to Roma, various reports in Italy claim.
Allegri confirmed earlier this week that he would be leaving Juventus at the end of the season, after guiding them to five successive Serie A titles. The 51-year-old is now being sounded out by a range of top clubs, and Roma are reportedly considering making a move. Claudio Ranieri will not be staying on as a permanent manager after overseeing the final 12 games of the season on an interim basis, meaning it is back to the drawing board for Roma. Maurizio Sarri looks destined to stay at Chelsea, while Antonio Conte has ruled himself out of the running. It was believed that Atalanta's Gian Piero Gasperini had then been placed at the top of Roma's list of targets, but with Allegri set to be available, it has prompted a rethink. According to Il Corriere Dello Sport, Pallotta has asked around for information on Allegri and his contract. It would be an ambitious plan, as Roma look set to miss out on Champions League football. Allegri was in fact close to taking charge of Roma when he was still at AC Milan, before he went to Juventus. Want Roma news, videos and features on your timeline? Like the new Giallorossi Yorkshire Facebook page!
Claudio Ranieri has hit out at the way Roma were managed in the summer, as the Giallorossi's hopes of sneaking into the top four took a fatal blow with a 0-0 draw at Sassuolo.
While players and management have divided opinion all year in one of the worst seasons in recent memory, Ranieri has been one figure who has been able to unite people, thanks to his humble approach and honest outlook. With the 67-year-old recently confirming he would not be staying as manager on a permanent basis, he took the opportunity after the game to highlight what has gone wrong for the club. “Roma had a fantastic season in 2017-18, but they sold important players, pulling apart the spine of the team that was starting to open up a new era,” Ranieri told Sky Sport Italia. “Out of nowhere, they were sold and some good players arrived, but they needed time to develop. There was blowback because of that, maybe the more experienced players were lacking reference points and didn’t help the new lads to 100 per cent settle in to Roma. “When I arrived, I found the team was really struggling on a psychological level, not physically, as Eusebio [Di Francesco] did a great job here. We beat Juventus last week, but also risked conceding three goals in that game. “My work here was above all psychological, trying to give some self-confidence back to these players who were feeling rock bottom.” The former Leicester City boss then admitted he didn't have the answers for how the club can get back on track next year. “The club has to answer that,” he explained. “There is a good group of players here, it’ll be up to the new coach to evaluate them based on his ideas to see who will be of use and who won’t. “I don’t think they’ll be able to challenge for a Champions League place straight away, but Roma must learn to become a stable figure in Europe and then, if the right season comes along when everything goes your way, you can get back into the Champions League.” Ranieri also criticised the way that the decision not to extend Daniele De Rossi's contract has been handled - echoing the words of Aleksandar Kolarov last week, who said Roma will lose something when the captain is gone. “I don’t want to keep going on over this,” Ranieri continued. “I understand the club wants to do things a certain way, but there are players who must be considered differently to the others and De Rossi should’ve been dealt with in another way. “I would love for there to be a wonderful celebration for Daniele on Sunday at the Olimpico. This is a lad who started at the Roma academy at the age of 11, so he deserves to feel all the love that these fans are capable of. We must be close to Daniele at this moment. “I know full well that Romans feel the pressure more when playing for Roma. I remember when I had to substitute De Rossi and Francesco Totti in a derby because they felt it too much. “Romanisti are visceral, they love Roma beyond all limits. If you play for Roma as a Romanista, you will inevitably give something extra.” |
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