Key Takeaways:
- Roma have formally offered Artem Dovbyk to several English clubs in an effort to generate a Premier League bidding war
- Everton and West Ham United have both been approached regarding a move for the striker, who arrived in Rome last summer
- After Atletico Madrid refused to include Dovbyk in a player exchange, Roma are turning their focus to the English market to fund moves for Giacomo Raspadori and Joshua Zirkzee
Roma’s Frontline Overhaul and Transfer Strategy
Artem Dovbyk’s stint at Roma is poised to come to a swift conclusion as the club seek to overhaul their attacking options. The Giallorossi have reportedly put the Ukrainian forward on the market and are aiming to prompt significant interest among Premier League clubs.
Club officials have now approached Everton and West Ham United, hoping one of the English sides will seize the chance to acquire Dovbyk. The forward only made the switch to Rome last summer, but circumstances around future squad building have hastened the club’s efforts to move him on.
Leeds United and West Ham are two of four Premier League sides we can confirm have been offered a £33m striker in January.
One player who has now been offered to both clubs – as well as Sunderland and Everton – is Roma’s Artem Dovbyk
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— Sunderland AFC News And Banter Page (@sunderlandafc11) December 28, 2025
Atletico Madrid Block Player Exchange, Roma Turn to England
Roma’s urgency to part ways with Dovbyk is closely linked to their pursuit of Giacomo Raspadori. Efforts to facilitate Raspadori’s arrival through a swap deal with Atletico Madrid fell short, as the Spanish club declined any arrangement involving players, insisting instead on a strictly financial settlement.
With options narrowing in Spain, Roma are now directing their attentions towards the English market. The objective is clear: secure the highest possible offer for Dovbyk to provide Frederic Massara with the resources needed to execute an ambitious double signing of Raspadori and Joshua Zirkzee.
Potential Transfer Pathways
| Player | Current Club | Clubs Offered To | Roma’s Target Purchases | Failed Swap Attempt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artem Dovbyk | Roma | Everton, West Ham United | Giacomo Raspadori, Joshua Zirkzee | Atletico Madrid |
