Gasperini says Roma require two more players before new season

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Gasperini says Roma require two more players before new season
Summary

Gian Piero Gasperini stated that AS Roma needs two additional players to complete their squad before facing Fiorentina in their season opener at the Stadio Olimpico on Monday. He expressed frustration over missing key targets due to Financial Fair Play regulations, which have limited the club's spending power. While Roma has signed Rodrigo Mora, Santiago Castro, Nahuel Molina, and Konstantinos Koulierakis this summer, Gasperini emphasized the need for a left-sided wide striker and a backup for Wesley. The coach acknowledged the importance of creative solutions in the transfer market and praised players who accepted pay cuts to stay with the club.

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  • Roma faces Fiorentina in the season opener on Monday night.
  • Gasperini highlights the need for a wide striker and a backup.
  • Roma's transfer strategy is constrained by Financial Fair Play rules.
  • The club has signed four new players this summer.
  • Key players accepted pay cuts to remain with the team.
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  • 1:20 PMYahoo SportsGasperini: ‘Roma need two more to complete squad, had to be creative’
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Gian Piero Gasperini warns Roma ‘still need two players to complete the squad’ ahead of the season opener with Fiorentina, but admits FFP rules forced them to get ‘creative’ on the market.It k...

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