AS Roma Optimistic as Jan Ziolkowski Pushes for Move From Legia Warsaw

AS Roma are confident about signing Jan Ziolkowski. The player wants the move and personal terms are already agreed. Talks with Legia Warsaw continue as both clubs finalize details, including add-ons and a sell-on clause.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Roma have agreed on a long-term contract with Ziolkowski after positive talks with his camp. The defender wants to join Roma, and discussions now focus on reaching an agreement with Legia. Reports say Roma’s offer has been confirmed at €6 million with €1.5 million in bonuses following their best financial proposal. Legia wants a sell-on percentage before agreeing. It is suggested that he could play one last game for Legia before moving to Italy.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Ziolkowski is a highly rated Polish center-back and is seen as a key part of Roma’s defensive rebuild under Gian Piero Gasperini. Roma have prioritized the 20-year-old and are looking to finalize a deal quickly to make him available for their new head coach as they move ahead of other interested clubs. The offer, including add-ons, shows their belief in his potential. Legia’s insistence on a sell-on clause indicates his rising value and expected future market interest.

FORM AND TEAM CONTEXT

Roma are targeting defensive reinforcements after focusing on balance and intensity under their new coach. The Giallorossi aim to return to the Champions League spots after failing to do so when they finished fifth last season and plan to challenge for the title. Adding a young, mobile defender fits that push. Ziolkowski’s progression in Poland has drawn scouts’ attention, and his profile suits Gasperini’s aggressive defensive line. Roma’s plan is to integrate him alongside experienced options to reduce errors and improve buildup from the back.

WHAT NEXT?

Final talks will center on the structure of bonuses and Legia’s requested sell-on clause. If an agreement is reached this week, Roma expect Ziolkowski to travel for medicals and signing before joining training. Roma open their Serie A campaign against Bologna this month and early clarity would allow Gasperini to assess whether the defender can feature from the bench or ease in over the first weeks of the season.