Roma are pursuing Alejandro Garnacho and Diego Moreira in a double transfer move involving BlueCo-owned players, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. The Serie A club wants Garnacho, 22, on loan from Chelsea with an option to buy, while targeting Moreira, 21, from Strasbourg for €35m plus bonuses.
What’s the Deal Structure?
Roma’s proposal for Garnacho includes a loan agreement with a purchase clause, though Chelsea have rejected this format. The Blues insist on a permanent sale for the Argentine winger, who made 24 Premier League appearances in 2025/26 but struggled for consistency. Moreira’s transfer would involve a 10% sell-on fee to Strasbourg, per reports.
Why Garnacho Might Move
Garnacho is open to leaving Stamford Bridge after losing his starting spot under Mauricio Pochettino. The forward seeks regular game time to bolster his Argentina World Cup 2026 prospects. Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini believes Garnacho’s pace and dribbling could thrive in Italy’s tactical system.
What Comes Next?
BlueCo’s ownership of both players complicates negotiations. Roma hope the shared ownership simplifies terms, but Chelsea’s resistance to a loan deal remains a hurdle. Garnacho’s camp will monitor developments, with alternative suitors yet to emerge. Roma must also balance Financial Fair Play rules after their €70m splurge on Victor Osimhen last summer.
Transfer Context
Roma’s third-place Serie A finish and Champions League qualification have fueled their spending ambition. The club views Garnacho as a potential difference-maker in attack, though his 2025/26 form—six goals and five assists in 44 games—represents a career-low output. Moreira, meanwhile, scored 14 Ligue 1 goals in 2025/26, attracting interest from AC Milan and Newcastle.