The winter transfer market in Serie A is not only an opportunity for Juventus to strengthen their defense and attack while getting rid of surplus midfielders, but it is also a tricky time for Roma, which is facing an internal crisis this season and finds itself stuck in the middle of the rankings.
According to Calciomercato.com, both Milan and Napoli have made approaches to the Roman club regarding a possible transfer of 29-year-old midfielder Bryan Cristante. Currently, Cristante, whose contract with Roma runs until the summer of 2027 for an annual salary of around three million euros, is recovering from an ankle injury, having already missed a month of competition. However, he plans to return to the field in January. However, Roma coach Claudio Ranieri is reportedly ready to let Cristante leave (along with another central midfielder, Enzo Le Fee, and the more creative Lorenzo Pellegrini) in search of new reinforcements.
Additionally, Roma sporting director Floran Ghisolfi appears to be more inclined to strike a deal with Milan to gain leverage in negotiations for the purchase of Alexis Saelemaekers, who is currently on loan at Roma. For Napoli, Cristante’s quest would be an attempt to add versatility to their midfield, as Antonio Conte’s side aim to make a serious challenge for the Scudetto after a disappointing previous season.
