Roma European wing search stalls as Leipzig talks falter

In the bustling scouting office of AS Roma, analysts stare at a stalled transfer board, where the Roma European wing hunt has stalled as talks with Leipzig falter, leaving the Italian club still searching for a replacement on the flanks and determined to add a dynamic winger for the coming season.

Roma are monitoring a range of European attacking wingers to strengthen their attack for the coming season. The scouting list includes several young prospects across the continent, all being evaluated for the upcoming campaign.

Nusa sits at the top of Roma’s wish list, but talks with his current club Leipzig have proved difficult. The German side’s demands are making a swift agreement unlikely, and Leipzig’s valuation remains a sticking point.

By contrast, reaching a deal with another 2005‑born player appears more straightforward, as the youngster has already made an opening for a move. This player’s age aligns with Roma’s focus on youthful talent, and his contract situation is favourable for the Italian club.

Sporting director D’Amico is also keeping an eye on Jamie Gittens and Malick Fofana, both regarded as promising young forwards. Their potential adds depth to the winger options Roma are pursuing, and both have shown goal contributions in their domestic leagues.

El Mala is listed among the highly sought‑after names, but competition from other European clubs is intense. Cologne, in particular, hopes to trigger a transfer‑market auction that Roma prefer to avoid, a scenario that could drive up the price.

Roma’s radar also includes Ajax’s Godts and Benfica’s Schjelderup, indicating a broad scouting net across Europe. Both are considered high‑potential options for the flanks.

The club is also monitoring the future of Jamie Gittens, who could become available if Chelsea decides to let him go after signing Rogers and possibly Alajbegović. The Blues are currently holding off on any definitive move, and their decision will likely hinge on their own transfer strategy.

A 2004‑born player concluded a difficult season hampered by a thigh injury, recording one goal and five assists. Such performances underline the crucial days ahead for Roma’s transfer window, and the club will need to decide quickly to secure the player before the window closes.