Roma pursues Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari for transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:50 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Roma is targeting Yasin Ayari, a midfielder from Brighton, to bolster their squad. Ayari, born in 2003, is reportedly also being pursued by Borussia Dortmund. Roma's sports director, Tony D’Amico, aims to negotiate a loan deal with an option to buy, although Brighton prefers a permanent transfer with a valuation of €45 to €50 million. The interest from both clubs reflects the competitive atmosphere in the transfer market, particularly for young talent like Ayari.
- •Ayari is a 2003-born midfielder from Brighton.
- •Roma is seeking a loan with an option to buy.
- •Brighton prefers a permanent transfer for €45 to €50 million.
- •Borussia Dortmund has also made initial contact regarding Ayari.
- •Negotiations between Roma and Brighton are ongoing.
- 7:50 AMYahoo Sports — From Germany: Roma set sights on Brighton talent Yasin Ayari
"Roma are also looking to the Premier League to strengthen their midfield. The latest name on Tony D’Amico’s radar is Yasin Ayari, a 2003-born player from Brighton, who Borussia Dortmund have also ...
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