ROME, 21 JULY 2026 – The arrival of Crysencio Summerville to Roma. The Dutch attacking winger, now considered one step away from a transfer to the Giallorossi, will instead play in Saudi Pro League with the’Al-Hilal Of Simone Inzaghi, forcing the Roman club to quickly change its transfer strategy.
(PRIMASPORT) The inclusion of the Saudi club, which presented the deal to the club, changed the balance of the negotiations. West Ham an offer of approximately 80 million euros, significantly higher than the approximately 50 million put on the table by Roma after days of negotiations.
Al-Hilal's offer was decisive
According to rumours, Summerville had already given his consent to the transfer to the capital, also accepting a reduction in his salary of up to approximately 4.2 million euros per season.
Roma, convinced the deal was close to being finalized, had even arranged a private flight to Rotterdam to accompany the player to Italy. However, Al-Hilal's offer completely changed the situation, with West Ham and the player accepting the Saudi offer. The Dutchman has already been scheduled for a medical.
Three names to replace Summerville
Having archived the Summerville trail, the Giallorossi management has already identified three possible alternatives to deliver to Gian Piero Gasperini the reinforcement required on the offensive lanes: Antonio Nusa, Diego Moreira e Andreas Schjelderup.
The first name on the notebook is that of Antonio Nusa, Norwegian winger born in 2005 Leipzig, considered one of the most interesting young players in Europe. Gifted with great speed, dribbling ability, and the ability to cut back onto his right foot, the player is highly valued. Roma is reportedly evaluating a deal that could include a loan with an option or obligation to buy.
Another trail leads to France, to the Strasbourg, where he plays Diego Moreira, Born in 2004, he grew up in the youth systems of Benfica and Chelsea. The winger is popular for his physical strength, acceleration, and ability to create numerical superiority in one-on-one situations. Contacts have reportedly already been established, while the French club is considering a transfer around 35 million euros.
Finally, the profile of remains in the background Andreas Schjelderup, another Norwegian talent of the Benfica. Born in 2004, he can play both as a left winger and as an attacking midfielder and is reportedly seeking greater consistency. The Portuguese club could consider a permanent transfer or a loan deal subject to adequate technical guarantees.
Gasperini awaits a new full-back
For Gasperini, the priority remains the arrival of at least one attacking winger capable of adapting to his playing system. After the Summerville shock, Roma is aiming to accelerate the process to prevent the other targets from falling into the competition's sights.
The next few days will be crucial in determining which of the three players the Giallorossi club will focus its investment on. (PRIMASPORT)
