Valuation gap stalls Roma-Ezzalzouli talks at Trigoria

Roma have tabled a €40 million offer, including bonuses, for Moroccan winger Abde Ezzalzouli, but Betis demand €45 million, leaving the Roma‑Ezzalzouli dossier stalled at Trigoria. Agents and club officials are huddled over the file as negotiations stall, with the Giallorossi seeking to close a left‑back gap before the Champions League kicks off.

Under Gian Piero Gasperini, Roma have intensified their hunt for a left‑back after injuries to key defenders and the departure of a senior full‑back last season. The shortage threatens the squad’s balance as the Champions League campaign looms. The club hopes to restore depth before the competition begins.

The latest target is winger Abde Ezzalzouli, and Roma have opened formal negotiations with Spanish club Betis to gauge the feasibility of a transfer. Betis, the player’s current side, holds the reins on any move. Ezzalzouli’s performances have kept him central to Betis’s plans.

Matteo Moretto notes a clear valuation gap, with Betis firm on a €45 million asking price. Roma’s €40 million offer, including bonuses, falls short of that demand. The gap narrows the room for compromise between the clubs.

Tony D’Amico’s offer stands at €40 million, and he has shown no intention of meeting the €45 million demand. As a result, the stalled dossier remains unresolved. The financial disparity adds pressure to close the deal before the season intensifies.

Complicating matters, Ezzalzouli has not reached an agreement with the Roman club and has expressed no desire to leave Betis. His stance stalls any immediate resolution. Both clubs therefore weigh his future heavily.

The Biancoverdi will be competing in the Champions League, while the winger remains a key figure in Betis’s tactical blueprint. The stalemate leaves Roma with a left‑back void and Betis with a valuable asset. The outcome will shape each side’s preparations for the upcoming European campaign.