Roma are aiming to meet UEFA’s financial parameters by the June 30th deadline, potentially through player sales, according to a report published on June 2nd. The club is nearing the end of a settlement agreement with UEFA, initially established four years ago under the previous ownership of James Pallotta, designed to reduce losses and achieve financial sustainability.
Over the past three years, Roma’s total losses cannot exceed €60 million; exceeding this threshold could result in sporting sanctions, including squad size reduction or even exclusion from European competitions. Current projections suggest a loss of between €25 and €30 million for the latest financial year, which, combined with UEFA adjustments estimated at €22-26 million, could bring the club into compliance with the agreement. Successful compliance would lift the restrictions that have impacted Roma’s transfer activity in recent years.
The club’s financial position is being bolstered by a projected €60 million from Champions League participation, as well as approximately €11 million from their third-place finish in Serie A. Additional revenue streams include sponsorships from Eurobet Live, Wizz Air, and a forthcoming agreement for training kit sponsorship. Roma will also receive a share of the €300 million generated from a deal between Serie A and IMG regarding international broadcasting rights.
Roma are also planning to generate revenue through player sales. The potential transfer of Tommaso Baldanzi to Genoa for €10 million is expected to yield a small profit, alongside the permanent transfer of Amin Saud from Lens for €3.5 million. A more significant sale could involve Nicola Ziolkowski, who has attracted interest from Nottingham Forest for a reported €15 million, though Roma are seeking €20 million. Players such as Marash Kumbulla, Salah Eddine, and Riccardo Cherubini are also available for transfer. Furthermore, Roma anticipate receiving approximately €8 million from a legal dispute with Basel related to the 2022 sale of Matteo Calafiori to Arsenal.
Should these measures prove insufficient, the club may need to sell a high-value player. Evan Ndicka and Rui Patricio are potential candidates, though manager Daniele Gasperini is reportedly reluctant to let Patricio leave unless an exceptionally high offer is received. Inter have expressed interest in Ndicka, but any sale would see 20% of the fee go to the player himself. Other players attracting attention include Filippo Pisilli, linked with Tottenham, and Valentin Soulé, who has drawn interest from Aston Villa, Borussia Dortmund, and Bournemouth. Roma are seeking €40 million for Soulé, but may accept €35 million, potentially using the funds to pursue a replacement like Sam Greenwood. Khumbula Koné is less likely to depart, as he is focused on the upcoming World Cup and is valued by Gasperini.
