Roma Keep Core Squad with New Contracts

Roma have moved quickly this summer to retain the backbone of the side that secured Champions League football. The club has now agreed fresh deals with Zeki Celik, Gianluca Mancini and Bryan Cristante, and talks are pressing forward on Lorenzo Pellegrini as well.

Key Contract Extensions

Paulo Dybala’s situation was the most urgent. After his June 30 expiry, he entertained offers from Boca Juniors but ultimately signed a new contract running to June 2027, albeit on a reduced salary.

Zeki Celik, now a free agent, has also settled on a new deal, according to widespread reports. The defender’s agreement brings stability to Roma’s backline.

Both Gianluca Mancini and Bryan Cristante have secured deals that keep them at the Stadio Olimpico until June 2030, as claimed by SportMediaset. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirms that negotiations with Lorenzo Pellegrini are ongoing, with the midfielder set to become a free agent on July 1.

Why Roma Are Focusing on Staying Together

Roma’s summer window has been defined by the aim of preserving the squad that finished the previous campaign inside the Champions League places. Keeping experienced internationals like Dybala, Mancini and Cristante helps maintain on‑field cohesion while the club prepares for European competition.

The extensions also serve a financial purpose. By tying down key players before they hit the market, Roma avoids potential bidding wars and secures assets for future transfer deals. Pellegrini’s forthcoming agreement, once finalised, will further reinforce that strategy.

Impact on Next Season

With the core players now under contract, Roma can shift focus to integrating new signings and building depth. The club’s ability to retain its core will likely translate into a more settled attacking trio and a reliable defensive foundation.

Supporters can expect continuity in the lineup, especially with Mancini and Cristante staying through 2030. The early lock‑in of these contracts also signals that Roma are serious about competing strongly in both Serie A and the Champions League next term.

The summer of 2024 is shaping up to be a decisive period for Roma’s planning. By securing extensions with Dybala, Celik, Mancini, Cristante and moving forward on Pellegrini, the Giallorossi have laid the groundwork for a season that aims to build on the momentum of their Champions League qualification.