# AS Roma squad rebuilding and early season performance > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/as-roma-sporting-director-change > Updated: 2026-09-07T07:13:21.000Z. Sources: 234. Developments: 34. AS Roma’s summer rebuilding under sporting director Tony D’Amico and manager Gian Piero Gasperini has transitioned into a dominant start to the 2026/27 season. Following a heavy spending period that resulted in a negative transfer balance of 105.5 million euros, the club maintains a positive long-term financial outlook. On the pitch, the squad has secured nine points from their first three matches, with victories against Fiorentina, Lecce, and Atalanta. The team’s performance is characterized by high possession, aggressive pressing, and clinical finishing, recording 10 goals in their opening matches—a rate surpassed only by Barcelona in Europe. Key contributors include Paulo Dybala, Soulé, Santiago Castro, Manu Koné, and Nahuel Molina. Notably, the club successfully resisted interest from Chelsea regarding midfielder Manu Koné. As the club prepares for its return to the Champions League after a seven-year absence, the squad is set to face Fenerbahce in Istanbul. For this fixture, Roma will feature a charitable logo on their jerseys instead of their main sponsor, Eurobet, due to Turkish betting regulations. The team will also navigate the absence of Guendouzi, who is currently serving a suspension. To mark the new campaign, the club unveiled its third kit: a dark grey and silver Adidas jersey featuring the slogan ‘Lotta con il cuore’ (Fight with the heart), inspired by the Roman virtue of Fides. ## Claims - AS Roma has officially signed Dutch midfielder Marten de Roon from Atalanta. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The transfer fee paid to Atalanta was approximately 1 million euros. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The club is negotiating for Zenit Saint Petersburg attacker Luiz Henrique, potentially via a loan with an option to buy. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Coach Gasperini is seeking an ultra-offensive squad structure featuring more attacking players. (corroborated by 2 sources) - De Roon's transfer follows the departure of Neil El Aynaoui to RB Leipzig. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Marten de Roon made 445 official appearances for Atalanta during his tenure. (corroborated by 2 sources) - De Roon's arrival follows the departure of Neil El Aynaoui to RB Leipzig. (corroborated by 2 sources) - De Roon made 445 official appearances for Atalanta during his tenure. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Matias Soulé is a target for several Premier League clubs, including Newcastle and Fulham. (corroborated by 2 sources) - AS Roma is pursuing a transfer for Rodrigo Mora, potentially a loan worth 6-8 million euros with a 40 million euro option to buy. (single source) - AS Roma has already secured signings including defender Konstantinos Koulierakis from Wolfsburg and attacker Santiago Castro from Bologna. (single source) - The club missed out on Mason Greenwood due to interest from Fenerbahçe. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-shows-strong-early-season-form-with-comeback-win ### 2026-09-07: 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 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-football-roma-win-again-as-tutino-escapes-injury-scare ### 2026-09-02: 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. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-maintains-positive-financial-outlook-despite-105-million-euro-transfer-spend ### 2026-08-30: 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. 33 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-completes-signings-of-balerdi-and-de-roon ### 2026-08-27: 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. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-targets-morato-and-fofana-in-transfer-window-push ### 2026-08-14: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-faces-transfer-scrutiny-and-player-departures ### 2026-08-12: 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. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-targets-trophies-with-new-signings-and-champions-league-return ### 2026-08-11: 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. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-pursues-offensive-squad-rebuild-under-gasperini ### 2026-08-06: 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. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lorenzo-pellegrini-nears-new-contract-with-as-roma ### 2026-07-18: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roma-extends-contract-of-midfielder-bryan-cristante-until-2028 ### 2026-07-18: 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. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-defender-zeki-celik-signs-with-juventus ### 2026-07-16: 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. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paulo-dybala-signs-roma-contract-extension-with-22m-salary-and-performance-bonuses ### 2026-07-15: 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. 53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-defender-zeki-elik-signs-31year-contract-with-juventus ### 2026-07-13: 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. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zeki-celik-signs-threeyear-contract-extension-with-as-roma-until-2029 ### 2026-07-13: 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. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paulo-dybala-extends-contract-with-as-roma ### 2026-07-12: 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. 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-begins-202627-preseason-at-trigoria-without-celik-and-pellegrini ### 2026-07-11: 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. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-football-contract-updates-roma-captain-pellegrinis-training-absence-and-serie-b-freeagent-li ### 2026-07-11: 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. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paulo-dybala-signs-reducedsalary-contract-to-stay-at-as-roma ### 2026-07-09: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lorenzo-pellegrini-contract-renewal-near-completion-at-as-roma ### 2026-07-07: 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. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paulo-dybala-to-remain-at-as-roma-on-new-contract ### 2026-07-05: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-secures-zeki-celiks-contract-extension ### 2026-07-05: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-announces-202627-preseason-friendly-schedule ### 2026-07-05: 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. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-begins-preseason-camp-at-trigoria-under-gasperini ### 2026-07-05: 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. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-near-deal-to-extend-paulo-dybalas-contract ### 2026-07-05: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-launches-202627-season-ticket-sales-targeting-40000-fans ### 2026-07-04: 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. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-clubs-launch-preseason-training-ahead-of-new-season ### 2026-07-02: 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. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-moves-to-secure-dybala-celik-and-pellegrini-contracts ### 2026-06-25: 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. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roma-nears-contract-renewal-with-paulo-dybala ### 2026-06-20: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-announces-202627-preseason-schedule ### 2026-06-19: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roma-negotiates-dybala-renewal-as-italian-clubs-juggle-contracts ### 2026-06-13: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-romas-new-sporting-director-pushes-dybala-pellegrini-renewals-and-transfer-plans ### 2026-06-11: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-near-agreement-on-paulo-dybala-contract-renewal ### 2026-06-07: 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. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-builds-champions-league-squad-as-tony-damico-takes-helm ### 2026-05-26: 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. 51 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/as-roma-gears-up-for-champions-league-season-with-new-sporting-director-and-preseason-camp --- Cite as: AS Roma squad rebuilding and early season performance. 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