Reports indicate that Roma has turned its attention to Atletico Madrid and Argentinian international Nahuel Molina, proposing an initial offer of €13 million with an additional €3 million in add-ons.

Following the departure of Zeki Celik, Roma's primary target for the right-back position was Givairo Read of Feyenoord. However, their highest bid of €25 million plus €3 million in bonuses and a 10% sell-on fee was rejected, and they appear unwilling to increase their offer further.

Molina Emerges as Roma's Next Priority

Instead, Sportitalia has noted that Molina is now the next player on Roma's shortlist, presenting a considerably more affordable option compared to Ivan Fresneda of Sporting CP.

According to the newspaper Il Tempo, an opening proposal has been submitted to Atletico Madrid valued at €13 million, with the potential to rise to €16 million through add-ons.

This potential transfer is seen as feasible, as the 28-year-old player is entering the final season of his contract with Atletico Madrid, having joined the club in 2022.

Molina is already well-acquainted with Serie A, having played for Udinese between 2020 and 2022 before his €20 million move to La Liga.

The defender boasts 65 senior caps for Argentina and was a regular in their squad during the recent World Cup, where they secured second place.

Notably, Gian Piero Gasperini and new Roma director Tony D’Amico had previously pursued Molina when they were both working together at Atalanta.

English Translation:

Roma Focuses on Nahuel Molina, Makes First €16m Offer to Atletico Madrid

Growing reports suggest that Roma has shifted its focus to Atletico Madrid and Argentina international Nahuel Molina, submitting a first offer of €13 million plus €3 million in add-ons.

After Zeki Celik's departure, Roma's initial top choice for the right-back role was Givairo Read of Feyenoord. However, their highest bid of €25 million plus €3 million in bonuses and a 10% sell-on fee was rejected, and they seem unwilling to increase their offer further.

Molina is Next on Roma's List

Sportitalia has indicated that Molina is now the next player on the list, being considerably more affordable than Ivan Fresneda of Sporting CP.

Il Tempo newspaper now reports that an opening proposal has been put forward to Atletico Madrid worth €13 million plus €3 million in add-ons.

This move is considered more feasible as the 28-year-old is in the final season of his contract with Atletico Madrid, having arrived in 2022.

He also has prior experience in Serie A, having played for Udinese from 2020 to 2022 before his €20 million transfer to La Liga.

Molina has earned 65 senior caps for Argentina and was a consistent player in the World Cup this summer, where his team finished in second place.

Gian Piero Gasperini and new Roma director Tony D’Amico had previously pursued the player when they worked together at Atalanta.