Celik set to depart Roma as free agent
Celik set to depart Roma as free agent Roma attempted to retain Celik until the very end, offering a three-year deal worth approximately €2. 8 million per season. This was a significant offer, especially considering the club’s focus on cost control.
Despite this, the Turkish full-back decided not to accept: with his 29th birthday now approaching, he prefers to embark on a new adventure and be able to choose his next club as a free agent. This decision inevitably creates a void on the right flank for the Giallorossi ahead of the summer. Celik’s profile immediately attracted the attention of several top-tier clubs.
Juventus currently appears to be the most advanced, ready to guarantee him a suitable financial package. Inter are also keeping an eye on the deal, seeking a reliable and versatile right-back. In England, Liverpool are monitoring developments without yet making a move, but remain on the lookout.
The Turkish defender’s possible departure is unlikely to lead to the signing of a direct replacement. Roma’s plan is to adapt existing options: Wesley could return to a permanent position on the right flank, while Carlos Augusto remains an intriguing option on the opposite flank. Meanwhile, Gasperini appears to have found a viable internal alternative in Rensch, who has shown encouraging signs in recent appearances.