Report Roma chase Hermoso extension as free agent looms

Mario Hermoso is reportedly in advanced negotiations to extend his contract with Roma for up to another three years, as he would become a free agent at the end of the season. The 31‑year‑old defender’s current deal runs only to June 2026.

He arrived on a free transfer in the summer of 2024. After a difficult first season he was sent out on loan to Bayer Leverkusen.

Why Roma value Hermoso

Since returning to the Stadio Olimpico he has been a rock in the defence, scoring three goals in 14 games across Serie A and the Champions League. The Spaniard’s contract expires in June 2026, prompting the club to act. Sky Sport Italia reporter Angelo Mangiante says negotiations are in full swing.

It is expected that the new deal will run for two years with an option for a third, and could be signed as early as next month. He scored his team’s first goal on 7 November 2026 (ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 07) during a Serie A match against US Sassuolo.

Hermoso is a product of the Real Madrid youth academy and made his name at Real Valladolid, Espanyol and, most prominently, Atletico Madrid, where he spent five years.