Dortmund friendly locked in
Roma will face Borussia Dortmund in a pre-season friendly on June 8 at Signal Iduna Park, exactly one week before the Supercup (2). It's a serious test against Champions League opposition to kick off preparations for the new campaign.
Brandt and Alajbegovic top summer shortlist
Sporting director Ghisolfi has drawn up the summer plan: Julian Brandt and Haris Alajbegovic are the primary targets (1). Brandt, a proven Bundesliga creator at Dortmund, would add quality in the final third. Alajbegovic is a younger profile, one for the medium term.
Çelik says no to Galatasaray
Zeki Çelik has rejected an approach from Galatasaray and is instead in ongoing talks with Roma about extending his stay (3). The Turkish right-back wants to remain in the capital.
Koné price tag hits €50m
Midfielder Manu Koné's valuation has climbed to €50m amid interest from Inter, who now appear to be shifting focus toward Liverpool's Curtis Jones instead (5). Higher price, less noise, that works for Roma.
Abdulhamid heading to the World Cup
Right-back Saud Abdulhamid has been named in Saudi Arabia's squad for the upcoming World Cup, the only overseas-based player in the selection (4). A proud moment for him and a reminder of the international depth in Ranieri's squad.
