The defeat against Napoli exposed Roma’s offensive shortcomings, transforming the January transfer window from an opportunity into a real necessity.
Even if Gian Piero Gasperini says he is “not very confident” about the January transfer window, sporting director Frédéric Massara is already trying to provide the necessary reinforcements.
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The name at the top of the list remains Joshua Zirkzee. Returning to the score with Manchester United, the Dutchman is the first choice of the management of Giallorossi, reinforced by the fact that the player himself “wants to join Roma”.
However, the road ahead is tortuous, as reported Corriere dello Sport.
The main obstacles for Zirkzee are high agent fees and United’s desire to immediately profit from the transfer.
Roma are pushing for an optional loan option, which would only become mandatory if they qualify for the Champions League.
The situation is complicated by the fact that the Red Devils will also lose Diallo and Mbeumo at the Africa Cup of Nations, making offensive transfers more difficult. Massara, aware of the difficulties, has already prepared plans B.
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The hottest alternatives are Nottingham Forest’s Kalimuendo and Borussia Dortmund’s Fabio Silva, both of whom were previously explored at Trigoria but are now back in fashion, eager to play due to their limited playing time and potential opportunities to come to fruition.
