Roma are on the brink of finalizing a deal for Ukrainian striker Artem Dovbyk, with sporting director Florent Ghisolfi actively negotiating in Spain. Ghisolfi, who traveled to Girona to meet with Dovbyk and his representatives, is close to securing the forward’s transfer to the Italian capital.
La Gazzetta dello Sport detail how Dovbyk, who has expressed a strong desire to join Roma, has already agreed to personal terms with the club. The proposed deal includes a five-year contract worth €3 million per season. The negotiations have progressed rapidly, with Ghisolfi and Dovbyk’s agent, Alex Liundovskyi, working tirelessly to close the deal.
The final hurdle in the transfer is reaching an agreement on the transfer fee with Girona. Roma has offered €32 million plus €6 million in bonuses, while Girona’s counteroffer stands at €35 million plus €5 million in bonuses. Despite the slight difference, both parties are optimistic about reaching a compromise soon.
Adding to the urgency, Dovbyk has informed Girona of his intention to leave for Roma, rejecting a previous agreement with Atletico Madrid. The striker’s decision was influenced by his dissatisfaction with Atletico’s handling of the negotiations and their failure to meet his agent’s commission demands.
The deal is expected to be finalized today, with Dovbyk set to become one of Roma’s most expensive signings. His arrival will bolster Roma’s attacking options, complementing recent acquisitions such as Matias Soulé. Dovbyk’s addition is seen as a crucial step in Roma’s efforts to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
