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Roma nears deal for Oosterwolde; Chelsea rejects Gittens bid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Roma nears deal for Oosterwolde; Chelsea rejects Gittens bid

Summary

Roma is reportedly close to securing a loan deal for Fenerbahce defender Jayden Oosterwolde, including an option to buy that could become mandatory under specific conditions. According to Sky Sport Italia, negotiations are ongoing, with Roma hopeful of finalizing the agreement soon. Meanwhile, Chelsea has rejected an initial proposal from Roma for young winger Jamie Gittens, whose loan request included a €3 million fee along with a €40 million buy option. Chelsea's refusal comes as Roma aims to bolster their squad ahead of the 2026-27 season after recent player additions.

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Key Details

•Roma seeks to finalize loan for Jayden Oosterwolde from Fenerbahce.
•Oosterwolde's deal may include an option to buy under conditions.
•Chelsea turned down Roma's €3 million loan offer for Jamie Gittens.
•The Giallorossi are pursuing additional attacking reinforcements.

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10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Sky: Roma close in on Oosterwolde, but Chelsea reject Gittens bid

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Sky Sport Italia reports that Roma are close to signing versatile Fenerbahce defender Jayden Oosterwolde, while Chelsea have rejected an initial bid for Jamie Gittens.Roma are still working to complet...
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