Roma transfer window: Ferguson postponed until today, Flamengo ready to agree to Wesley's sale

Rome, July 22, 2025 - Yesterday, not only did the official announcement of Roma's first signing arrive, but Neil El Aynaoui also introduced himself to the Giallorossi fans with his first interview on the club's official channels. This day dedicated to the Franco-Moroccan midfielder seemed to pave the way for a major transfer week. On Sunday night, Evan Ferguson also landed in Rome, at Ciampino Airport to be precise, suggesting a potential one-two punch in just a few hours.

The substance hasn't changed, but the timeline for the Irishman's signing has been slightly extended. The future of the 2004-born striker is now in doubt. The Bettystown-born striker will arrive at Roma on a loan deal worth approximately €2 million, with the option to buy the player from the Giallorossi set at €38 million. Roma will cover his entire salary, and he will replace Eldor Shomurodov in attack.

Launched in the Premier League by Roberto De Zerbi , the player arrives in Serie A , where he will become the first Irishman in Roma 's history, looking for redemption like others before him. His medical began yesterday morning, but the signing of the contract, along with the customary photo and official statement, has been delayed by a few hours. However, there should be no impediments to the boy's move to Italy. Roma wants to complete all the bureaucratic procedures as soon as possible and is aiming to release a statement today detailing the second signing of the transfer market led by sporting director Frederic Massara .

An old saying goes, however, that there's no two without three. The Giallorossi director is evidently well aware of this, as he's already eyeing Wesley , a winger who would replace the departing Alexis Saelemaekers . The latest offer, between €25 and €30 million including bonuses, has reportedly put Flamengo on the spot, bringing the 2003-born player's move to Europe much closer. The player didn't play in the last match against Fluminense , highlighting how negotiations with Roma are in full swing. The player has reportedly already agreed to a five-year contract worth around €2.5 million per season, with his salary set to increase over the years.

The ball is now in Flamengo 's court. The Rio de Janeiro club's management could give the green light to finalize the transfer process within the next few hours. According to several Brazilian media reports, the Rossoneri have requested approximately 48 hours to take the necessary time to decide. Roma will not participate in any further bids, but there is considerable optimism on all sides. The South American club's request for the player seems to be waiting more to find a replacement than to further strain the Giallorossi.