Roma Step Up Interest in Chelsea’s Tyrique George After Sancho Stalemate

AS Roma have asked Chelsea about signing young winger Tyrique George. Roma need new players on the left side, and George is now a key target as they can’t persuade Jadon Sancho to join. Recently, reports indicated that Roma are about to sign Jadon Sancho for £20 million from Manchester United, which illustrates their ongoing search for attacking options.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Roma started talking with George in July, but with Sancho not willing to negotiate, they are now trying to figure out how they can sign the Chelsea winger. Roma have discussed both permanent and loan deals and are trying to find out George’s price tag. RB Leipzig and various Premier League clubs are also interested in the player. With the transfer deadline fast approaching, the race for his signature is heating up.

CHELSEA, ROMA, AND GEORGE’S SEASON SO FAR?

George is a Chelsea academy product and has impressed recently. The conference league featured prominently in his last season, in which he made 38 appearances, and the winger was also part of the Chelsea squad that won the Club World Cup last season. Chelsea have been inconsistent in the Premier League this season and are currently ninth on the table. While Chelsea are in need of attacking reinforcements to secure a top-four spot, Roma are trying to return to the top four and seal Champions League football. They are top on the Serie A table, having won their opener against Bologna, with a goal by new player Wesley Franca. A recent victory further exemplifies Chelsea’s ups and downs, as they managed to destroy West Ham United 5-1 at London Stadium.

WHAT NEXT IN THE TRANSFER SAGA?

The summer transfer window ends in less than a week, so it is important Roma agree a deal with Chelsea quickly if they want George. If they fail to sign this player, they could shift their attention to Jonathan Rowe. Roma also recently signed Leon Bailey. George wants regular first-team appearances, which could play a big factor in Roma being able to convince the player to join. Chelsea also need players to leave the club to free squad space for new signings, which could see them agree a deal with Roma for George.