Roma’s financial strategy for the foreseeable future is clearly defined: economic sustainability and wage rigor.
Until the club stabilizes its presence in the Champions League—a vital competition for improving its financial outlook—the Friedkin ownership will not deviate from its new cost-containment plan.
This concept was recently reiterated by Claudio Ranieri, the club’s Senior Advisor, in reviewing the most delicate contractual situations.
The goal is to set a maximum salary cap that does not exceed €4 million for top-tier players.
This approach requires a thorough review of the contract renewals of Paulo Dybala and Lorenzo Pellegrini.
For both, remaining at the Giallorossi would require a drastic salary cut, around 50% of their current figures.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the first draft proposals for Pellegrini include a base salary of €3 million plus bonuses, while the club could go up to €4 million for the Argentine, but only if it includes a variable component tied to objectives.
While the path is clear for the top players, negotiations with Zeki Celik appear no less complex.
The Turkish full-back, currently earning €2 million, has been in contact with the club for some time regarding a contract extension. Roma has expressed its willingness to adjust the salary by 25%, offering approximately €2.5 million.
However, the gap remains wide: the player’s asking price is around €4 million, a figure the club is unwilling to grant.
