AS Roma readies 2026‑27 season as Gasperini pushes for Champions continuity

Gian Piero Gasperini, the new Roma coach, said Inter are the favourites for the Serie A title and stressed that Roma must stay in the Champions League to build a lasting project. He described the summer as unusually long because of the World Cup and announced that the real transfer market will start this week, with the club targeting players such as Moreira, Tresoldi and Garnacho while awaiting the Friedkin owners’ involvement. Gasperini also spoke about the need for a systemic reform of Italian football, the importance of youth development and the possible return of club legend Francesco Totti for the centenary celebrations. The team began its pre‑season camp at Trigoria, with Paulo Dybala renewing his contract until 2027 and the squad starting medical checks and training sessions under Gasperini’s direction.