Report – Al-Hilal Set Sights on Roma Star Duo

Roma could face a summer exodus despite returning to the Champions League after almost a decade of absence. According to Calciomercato, Gianluca Mancini and Lorenzo Pellegrini have found themselves on Al-Hilal’s list of targets.

Paulo Dybala may not be the only big-name departure. Wanted by Juventus and Napoli, La Joya has yet to extend his contract at the Stadio Olimpico. Moreover, Roma have been reluctant to meet his salary demands, throwing his future in Italy’s capital into further doubt.

In addition to Dybala, whose contract is due to expire in less than two weeks, Roma could part ways with long-serving midfielder Pellegrini. Indeed, the 30-year-old’s deal runs out at the end of June. Though contract renewal talks are ongoing, there’s no breakthrough on the horizon.

As for Mancini, he has just over a year left to run on his contract. Formerly linked with a move to Inter, the Italian center-back could continue his career in the desert palace, with Simone Inzaghi keen to bring him to Riyadh.

Our take on Roma stars & Saudi Pro League move

Pellegrini has lost his first-team status at Roma. Despite amassing 24 Serie A appearances last term, his influence has dwindled. Approaching the twilight of his career, the former Sassuolo man could favor a move to Saudi Arabia, as it could be his last chance to land a lucrative contract.

Al-Hilal can offer him around €10 million net per season, a salary he cannot expect to get from Roma. The same applies to Mancini, though the Saudis would likely have to splash out around €25 million to convince the Giallorossi to sanction the transfer.