D'Amico deal: pen about to hit paper
Roma are on the verge of completing the signing of D'Amico, with the moment of signature now imminent. The deal is effectively done, only the final formalities remain. (1) This is the kind of squad strengthening you want to see early in the window, adding depth where Ranieri needs it most.
Malen misfires, Netherlands fall 0–1 to Algeria
Donyell Malen missed several chances as the Netherlands lost 0–1 to Algeria in a friendly. (2) Not the confidence-builder you'd hope for after his explosive second half of the Serie A season, but friendly matches are friendly matches, better to get the misses out of the system now. Memphis Depay also featured and squandered opportunities.
Vlasic and Greenwood on the radar
Roma are monitoring Nikola Vlasic as a potential transfer target. (3) Meanwhile, Mason Greenwood has also been linked, though Real Madrid are in the mix too. (4) Expect these to be early-window feelers, not imminent deals.
Real Madrid chaos could ripple toward Roma
Real Madrid's presidential race is heating up the summer market, with moves for Michael Olise and even Jürgen Klopp being floated. (4) Why it matters: Madrid's aggressive activity could shift prices and availability across the board, including on targets Roma are tracking. Keep one eye on the Bernabéu.
