Champions League
€25 million price tag drives AS Roma’s hunt for Club Brugge striker
A €25 million fee is on the table as AS Roma pursue Club Brugge’s Italian‑German forward Nicolò Tresoldi, seeking a reliable backup for Donyell Malen should Artem Dovbyk depart for Genoa. The Italian capital side aim to secure the striker on a loan with an option to buy, reflecting the club’s urgency to fill the role.
Nicolò Tresoldi, a 22‑year‑old forward who joined Club Brugge last season, has already shown a knack for finding the net, scoring 19 goals in 40 competitive appearances. His performances in the Champions League, where he scored against top European sides, have attracted attention beyond Belgium.
AS Roma view Tresoldi as a potential replacement for Donyell Malen, who recorded 14 goals in 18 matches last campaign. Malen’s goal tally underscores the need for a quality understudy should injuries arise.
Artem Dovbyk, previously linked with Ajax, appears set for a move to Genoa, leaving a vacancy in Roma’s attacking line‑up. With Dovbyk’s departure, the club lacks a clear second striker behind Malen.
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Gian Piero Gasperini, Roma’s head coach, praises Tresoldi’s modern attacking profile, citing his speed, depth and scoring ability as fitting his dynamic tactical approach. The striker’s blend of physical attributes aligns with Gasperini’s emphasis on fluid, high‑tempo play. Club Brugge reportedly values Tresoldi at around €25 million, prompting Roma to explore a loan arrangement that includes a purchase option to make the deal financially viable. Such a structure would allow the Italian side to assess the player before committing to a full transfer.Roma eye Pinamonti to secure Malen’s backup and boost attack
Other Serie A clubs have also expressed interest in Tresoldi, indicating a competitive market for the promising forward. The interest adds pressure on Roma to finalize terms quickly. The €25 million price tag reflects the growing appetite among top European clubs for young, versatile attackers who have already proven themselves in continental competition. Loan‑with‑option deals are becoming a common tool to balance immediate squad needs with long‑term financial planning.