Artem Dovbyk is on the brink of signing with Roma after finalizing personal terms with the Serie A team. The Ukrainian forward declined to engage in discussions with Atletico Madrid’s coach, Diego Simeone, who made a last-minute effort to secure his transfer to the Spanish club.
Dovbyk Nears Roma Deal
Reports from Italy indicate that Dovbyk has agreed to personal terms with Roma and is prepared to move to the Italian capital. La Gazzetta dello Sport, in its Saturday edition on page 32, states that the top scorer of La Liga is set to ink a four-year contract valued at €3 million per season, with additional performance-related bonuses. This significant contract reflects Roma’s commitment to strengthening their squad with high-caliber talent.
Transfer Bid Submitted
Roma has reportedly put forward a €32 million offer plus €5 million in add-ons to Girona, which is close to Dovbyk’s €40 million release clause. According to Gazzetta, Roma is optimistic about finalizing the transfer within 48 hours. This bid demonstrates Roma’s aggressive approach in the transfer market as they aim to bolster their attacking options for the upcoming season. The deal, if completed, would be a substantial investment in the team’s future success.
Atletico Madrid Fails to Convince
Despite Atletico Madrid having reached a transfer agreement with Girona, they have not secured an agreement with Dovbyk’s representatives. On Friday, Dovbyk refused to converse with Simeone, who was eager to persuade the striker. Dovbyk’s agent, Oleksiy Lundovsky, confirmed that Atletico’s proposal was insufficient, stating, “Atletico are a great club, but we didn’t see a serious project for Artem and their economic offer is significantly inferior to the ones from other clubs interested in La Liga’s best scorer,” he told ukrfootball.
This decision highlights the player’s prioritization of a clear career path and financial package over the prestige of playing for Atletico. Lundovsky’s remarks underscore the importance of a well-defined project and adequate financial terms in securing top talent. Dovbyk’s choice to move to Roma over Atletico Madrid signifies his belief in Roma’s vision and ambition for the future.
