Key Takeaways:
- Roma has begun informal discussions with Giacomo Raspadori’s representatives, as reported by “Gazzetta dello Sport”
- The Italian club seeks to sign a new player during the January transfer window and Raspadori has not dismissed a move to the Stadio Olimpico
- Raspadori joined Atletico Madrid in the summer for 22 million euros but has made only 11 appearances, starting 3 matches
Roma’s Approach for Raspadori
Roma has started preliminary talks to secure the services of Atletico Madrid forward Giacomo Raspadori. The club from the Italian capital is keen to strengthen its attacking options in the January transfer window, making Raspadori the latest transfer target.
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Roma have opened preliminary talks with Giacomo Raspadori’s entourage through an ‘important’ intermediary. pic.twitter.com/o4fDFWEqU5
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Managerial Interest and Negotiation Details
Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini is known to be an admirer of the 25-year-old attacker and previously attempted to sign him during his tenure at Atalanta in 2024. At present, Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Roma has initiated informal discussions with Raspadori’s representatives via a prominent intermediary. The player himself has not ruled out a move to the Stadio Olimpico.
Current Status at Atletico Madrid
Uncertainty remains regarding Atletico Madrid’s willingness to allow the Italian forward to leave, as Roma has yet to make direct contact with the Spanish club. Raspadori transferred to the “Rojiblancos” this summer for a fee of 22 million euros but has featured in just 11 matches, starting only 3 times this season.
| Player | Current Club | Appearances (2025/26) | Starts | Transfer Fee (Summer 2024) | Roma’s Proposed Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giacomo Raspadori | Atletico Madrid | 11 | 3 | 22 million euros | Loan with an option to buy for 20 million euros |
Roma’s Transfer Strategy
According to sources close to Sportingpedia, Roma’s initial proposal is to acquire Raspadori on loan, including an option to buy the striker for approximately 20 million euros. At this stage, it remains uncertain whether negotiations will progress, pending Atletico Madrid’s response.
