Paulo Dybala’s future at Roma remains uncertain as the Argentine star contemplates a potential move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Qadsiah. His absence from the starting lineup in Roma’s season opener against Cagliari has fueled speculation about his departure. As Roma awaits Dybala’s final decision, the club is already exploring potential replacements should the transfer materialize.
Potential Replacements
Roma’s sporting director Florent Ghisolfi is actively scouting the market for suitable alternatives. Several names have emerged as potential targets:
Jeremie Boga: The Ivorian winger from Nice is high on Roma’s list. Preliminary discussions have taken place with his agent, Fali Ramadani, and Boga is reportedly open to a return to Serie A. However, Nice’s initial asking price of €20 million may prove a stumbling block.
Federico Chiesa: The Juventus winger is another intriguing option. Currently out of favor at Juventus, Chiesa’s situation is being monitored by several top Italian clubs. While a move to Roma would be complex due to financial considerations and competition from other suitors, it remains a possibility until the transfer window closes.
Other Targets: Roma is also considering Edon Zhegrova from Lille, Rodrigo Riquelme from Atletico Madrid, Galeno from Porto, and young Brazilian talent Wesley from Corinthians.
Dybala’s Situation
Al-Qadsiah is expected to submit an official offer of around €18 million to Roma if Dybala agrees to the move. The club views this as an opportunity to increase their transfer budget and potentially reinvest in new talent.
The arrival of Matias Soulé from Juventus provides some cover, but Roma is keen to bring in a player who can replicate Dybala’s ability to beat defenders, create numerical advantages, and provide service to striker Artem Dovbyk.
