Santiago Castro joins Roma from Bologna for €35 million deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:15 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Roma officially announced the signing of Santiago Castro from Bologna on July 30, 2026. The 21-year-old Argentine striker secured a permanent transfer for €35 million plus a 10% fee on any future transfer. Castro expressed enthusiasm for joining Roma, stating his commitment to the club and its fans. He takes the number 9 shirt previously worn by Dovbyk, who has returned on loan from the club. Castro brings experience from his two and a half years in Serie A, making 79 appearances and scoring 16 goals for Bologna.
- •Castro arrives after two and a half years with Bologna.
- •He made 79 appearances and scored 16 goals in Serie A.
- •Roma paid €35 million plus a 10% sell-on clause for Castro.
- •He has chosen the number 9 shirt at Roma.
- •Castro has played in both the Champions League and Europa League.
- 12:15 PMYahoo Sports — Santiago Castro: “I will give my all for these colours and for this city.”
"Roma unveiled Santiago Castro with an official statement on their website. The striker arrives from Bologna on a permanent deal for €35 million + 10% of any future transfer fee. The 21-year-old Arge...
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