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AS Roma rebuilding and Champions League return

Overview

AS Roma’s rebuilding under sporting director Tony D’Amico and manager Gian Piero Gasperini has resulted in a dominant start to the 2026/27 season. Following a heavy spending period that left a negative transfer balance of 105.5 million euros, the club maintains a positive long-term financial outlook.

On the pitch, Roma has achieved one of its strongest starts in recent years, securing 13 points from its first five Serie A matches. The team currently boasts the league’s best defense, having conceded only four goals. However, the squad faces significant injury challenges. While Lorenzo Pellegrini has returned from a thigh injury, midfielder Bryan Cristante remains sidelined with a knee issue. Furthermore, manager Gasperini confirmed that goalkeeper Mile Svilar will be sidelined for at least a month due to a stress fracture in his fifth finger, leaving Gollini expected to start in his place.

In their sixth-round Serie A fixture on October 11, 2026, Roma played to a 0-0 draw against Como at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. Despite Roma creating significant opportunities, including Lorenzo Pellegrini hitting the post and Paulo Dybala missing a clear chance, Como goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini made several decisive saves. The match turned in the 56th minute when Roma’s Donyell Malen received a direct red card for a dangerous tackle on Bruno Caiqui. Roma managed to hold on for the draw despite playing with ten men for over thirty minutes. An unusual incident also occurred when referee Michel Fabri suffered a knee injury during the match, requiring replacement by fourth official Simone Soccia.

Off the pitch, club legend Francesco Totti recently released an autobiography, ‘Oltre’, in which he revealed that he rejected offers to return to Serie A from Genoa and Como at age 48, stating that ‘sporting betrayal has no age, whether you are 18 or 48’.

Entities

AS Roma · Gian Piero Gasperini · Donyell Malen · Gasperini · Como 1907

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 381 sources
    Serie A football sees multiple draws as Cagliari and Milan split points

    Italian football sees several draws in Serie A, including Cagliari-Juventus (1-1) and Milan-Sassuolo (1-1). In San Marino, Tre Penne and Folgore lead the championship with perfect records.

  2. [SPORTS] 10 sources
    AS Roma prepares for Serie A clash against Como

    AS Roma prepares to face Como in Serie A following the international break, marked by the return of Lorenzo Pellegrini but the injury absence of Bryan Cristante.

  3. [SPORTS] 50 sources
    Francesco Totti reveals rejected Serie A offers at age 48

    Francesco Totti reveals in his autobiography that he turned down offers from Genoa and Como to return to Serie A at age 48, citing his unwavering loyalty to AS Roma.

  4. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Leonardo Balerdi makes impact at AS Roma amid complex transfer terms

    AS Roma defender Leonardo Balerdi is impressing under Gian Piero Gasperini, with his transfer from Marseille involving complex performance-based purchase obligations.

  5. [SPORTS] 13 sources
    AS Roma draws 1-1 with Fenerbahçe in Champions League debut

    AS Roma drew 1-1 against Fenerbahçe in their Champions League opener, showing a notable drop in offensive efficiency compared to their Serie A performance.

  6. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    AS Roma shows strong early-season form with comeback win

    AS Roma has enjoyed a strong start to the season, scoring 10 goals in three matches and showing defensive solidity following a comeback win against Atalanta.

  7. [SPORTS] 8 sources
    AS Roma prepares for Champions League return against Fenerbahce

    AS Roma prepares for its first Champions League appearance in over seven years against Fenerbahce, following a dominant three-game winning streak in Serie A under manager Gian Piero Gasperini.

  8. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    AS Roma maintains positive financial outlook despite 105 million euro transfer spend

    AS Roma's summer transfer window saw 105.5 million euros in player spending, but amortization and savings are expected to result in a 3.75 million euro positive impact on the 2026/27 balance sheet.

  9. [SPORTS] 33 sources
    AS Roma completes key transfers and denies Manu Koné sale

    AS Roma is finalizing its squad with the arrivals of Leonardo Balerdi and Marten De Roon, while manager Gian Piero Gasperini denies rumors of Manu Koné's sale.

  10. [SPORTS] 13 sources
    AS Roma targets new signings amid transfer window deadline

    AS Roma is finalizing its transfer window, targeting left-wingers Malick Fofana and Jamie Gittens while managing player departures like Neil El Aynaoui and Robinio Vaz to meet financial requirements.

  11. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    AS Roma faces transfer scrutiny and player departures

    AS Roma faces criticism over its transfer strategy and squad depth, while striker Artem Dovbyk moves to Bologna following a difficult, high-pressure tenure with the club.

  12. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    AS Roma targets trophies with new signings and Champions League return

    AS Roma prepares for the 2026/27 season and Champions League with key signings including Donyell Malen and Santiago Castro under manager Gian Piero Gasperini.

  13. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    AS Roma pursues offensive squad rebuild under Gasperini

    AS Roma is pursuing an offensive squad rebuild under coach Gasperini, targeting players like Rodrigo Mora and Udogie following recent signings of Koulierakis and Castro.

  14. [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Lorenzo Pellegrini signs contract renewal with AS Roma

    AS Roma has officially confirmed a contract extension for midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini, securing his future with the club to maintain squad continuity.

  15. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Roma extends contract of midfielder Bryan Cristante until 2028

    AS Roma announced that midfielder Bryan Cristante has signed a new deal until June 2028, with defender Gianluca Mancini also extended to 2029.

  16. [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Zeki Celik joins Juventus as Roma search for right‑back replacement

    Zeki Çelik joins Juventus, expresses excitement; Roma faces right‑back vacancy, with Pruzzo urging careful replacement and interest in Mert Müldür.

  17. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Paulo Dybala signs Roma contract extension with €2.2m salary and performance bonuses

    Paulo Dybala extended with Roma until 2027, earning €2.2 m net per season plus bonuses for appearances, goals/assists and team success.

  18. [SPORTS] 53 sources
    AS Roma extends contracts of Bryan Cristante and Gianluca Mancini

    AS Roma renewed Bryan Cristante (to 2028) and Gianluca Mancini (to 2029) while coach Gasperini warned of market speed, citing Zeki Çelik’s Juventus move and future targets.

  19. [SPORTS] 12 sources
    Zeki Celik signs with Juventus after disputed Roma renewal

    Zeki Celik completes a free‑transfer to Juventus on a three‑year deal until 2029, ending a disputed renewal saga with Roma.

  20. [SPORTS] 17 sources
    Paulo Dybala extends contract with AS Roma until 2027

    Paulo Dybala has renewed with AS Roma until June 2027 on a reduced €3 m salary, ending speculation on a move back to Boca Juniors.

  21. [SPORTS] 28 sources
    AS Roma readies 2026‑27 season as Gasperini pushes for Champions continuity

    Gasperini says Inter lead the title race, urges Roma to stay in the Champions League, outlines market targets and reforms, and starts pre‑season at Trigoria with Dybala’s renewal.

  22. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Italian football contract updates: Roma captain Pellegrini's training absence and Serie B free‑agent list

    Roma captain Pellegrini skips preseason training as his contract and injury are resolved, while a wave of Serie B players become free agents after June contracts expire.

  23. [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Paulo Dybala set to sign new contract with AS Roma

    Paulo Dybala is set to sign a one‑year, €3 million contract with AS Roma as the club, led by new director Tony D’Amico, readies its squad for the centenary season.

  24. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Lorenzo Pellegrini contract renewal near completion at AS Roma

    AS Roma is set to re‑sign captain Lorenzo Pellegrini, with negotiations near completion and a contract expected by the weekend.

  25. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Paulo Dybala extends contract with AS Roma until 2029

    Paulo Dybala signs a new deal with AS Roma until 2029, keeping his €3 million net salary plus bonuses; he praised José Mourinho, while Roma’s interest in Mason Greenwood faces cost hurdles.

  26. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    AS Roma secures Zeki Celik's contract extension

    Roma renewed Turkish defender Zeki Celik on a three‑year deal worth about €3 million per season, ending interest from Juventus and Inter and keeping a key starter for next season.

  27. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    AS Roma announces 2026‑27 preseason friendly schedule

    AS Roma’s 2026‑27 pre‑season includes friendlies in Cannes, Cardiff, Newport, Brighton and a final match against Borussia Dortmund in Germany.

  28. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Serie A clubs announce summer training camps and friendlies

    Parma, Ascoli, Roma, Lazio and Lecce Primavera unveil their 2026 summer camps and friendly fixtures, detailing dates, locations and match opponents as they gear up for the new Serie A season.

  29. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Paulo Dybala set to extend contract with AS Roma

    Paulo Dybala will extend his contract with AS Roma, signing a one‑year deal with an option to 2028 and a reduced €2.5 million salary, as coach Gasperini highlights his key role.

  30. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    AS Roma launches 2026‑27 season ticket sales targeting 40,000 fans

    AS Roma begins its 2026‑27 ticket sales on July 8, with phased registration, higher prices, and a target of 40,000 subscriptions under the “Solo la Roma” slogan.

  31. [SPORTS] 14 sources
    Italian clubs unveil summer coaching appointments and transfer moves

    Italian sports clubs announce new coaches for basketball, water‑polo and multiple football transfers, while Roma and Genoa kick off pre‑season camps.

  32. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    AS Roma moves ahead with key contract renewals for Dybala, Celik and Pellegrini

    AS Roma nears renewal deals for Paulo Dybala, Zeki Celik and Lorenzo Pellegrini, while Mancini’s future is uncertain amid Inter interest; Dybala’s knee surgery is deemed fully recovered.

  33. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Roma Nears Contract Renewal with Paulo Dybala

    Roma is close to finalising a two‑year contract for Paulo Dybala with a €2.7 million salary and performance bonuses, pending owner approval.

  34. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    AS Roma Announces 2026‑27 Preseason Schedule

    AS Roma will begin its 2026‑27 preseason on 13 July, train in Wales from 31 July, and play friendlies versus Cannes, Cardiff, Newport County, Brighton and Borussia Dortmund before the league starts.

  35. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Roma negotiates Dybala renewal as Italian clubs juggle contracts

    Roma and Dybala negotiate a new contract ahead of a June 30 deadline, while Serie C club Fermana eyes Marco Sansovini as its next coach and considers signing midfielder Daniele Crescenzi.

  36. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    AS Roma's new sporting director pushes Dybala, Pellegrini renewals and transfer plans

    AS Roma's new sporting director Tony D’Amico targets a €50 M UEFA settlement, renews Dybala and Pellegrini, and eyes key transfers including Mason Greenwood.

  37. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    AS Roma near agreement on Paulo Dybala contract renewal

    AS Roma is set to renew Paulo Dybala’s contract, with reduced wages and pending formalities; Lorenzo Pellegrini and Zeki Celik also near extensions as the club finalises its sporting director appointment.

  38. [SPORTS] 10 sources
    AS Roma Nears Dybala Contract Renewal as New Director D'Amico Takes Charge

    AS Roma is close to renewing Paulo Dybala’s contract as new sporting director Tony D'Amico prepares to join, with the deal bolstered by Champions League revenue.

  39. [SPORTS] 51 sources
    AS Roma gears up for Champions League season with new sporting director and pre‑season camp

    AS Roma plans a new sporting director, targeted signings and a July 13 pre‑season camp as it readies for the Champions League.

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This summary has been updated 17 times: see revision history