AS Roma are preparing for their Serie A opener against Bologna, with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini commenting on pre-season preparations and the unpredictable nature of the current transfer window. Gasperini noted that Paulo Dybala has returned from injury and is training again, though he might not be ready for the full 90 minutes and could start or come off the bench. The coach expressed his desire to have completed the squad earlier for optimal pre-season work but acknowledged that transfer dealings are still ongoing as the new season begins[1].
In terms of transfers, negotiations to sign Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho have reportedly hit a roadblock, with Roma’s sporting director Frederic Massara confirming that discussions this summer have not yielded an agreement. Despite ongoing talks, the hesitation is not believed to be strictly financial or definitive. Meanwhile, Leon Bailey, a recent signing from Aston Villa, has suffered a myotendinous injury during his first training session and will require further diagnostic tests to determine the extent of the issue[3][5].
Reports also indicate that Artem Dovbyk could leave Roma if a suitable offer comes in, with Napoli showing particular interest and rumored to have offered Dovbyk a six-year contract. The impressive pre-season form of Brighton loanee Evan Ferguson may influence Roma’s decision on Dovbyk’s future[3].
As the 2025–26 Serie A season commences on August 23, AS Roma are listed in the league tables alongside traditional rivals. All teams start on zero points, and Roma are scheduled to play their first match on the season’s opening weekend. This marks Roma’s 74th consecutive season in Italy’s top division[2][4][8].
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