Santiago Giménez Opens to AS Roma Move in Potential Swap Deal

Santiago Giménez might soon move from AC Milan to AS Roma. Both teams are working on a late transfer that also involves Roma striker Artem Dovbyk going the other way.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After weeks of uncertainty, Santiago Giménez is now open to joining Roma. This sets up a possible swap with Artem Dovbyk. Milan’s sporting director said talks with the players are happening. The clubs want to complete the deal before the transfer window closes on Monday night. Dovbyk has agreed to personal terms with Milan, but the move depends on the clubs reaching a deal.

WHY THIS DEAL MATTERS

This season, AC Milan is struggling in the league. They are currently sitting mid-table in Serie A. Giménez has scored 11 goals with three assists in 35 games but is not consistently starting. Milan’s attack is not doing well, and they just signed Christopher Nkunku for more goals to get a Champions League spot. Roma, currently top of the table with two wins in two matches, needs a reliable striker. Dovbyk’s form dropped after December. Giménez could help Roma fight for fourth place, as the team aims Champions League qualification.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MILAN AND ROMA?

If the swap happens, both teams will have new attacking players for the season’s end. Milan’s next game is against Bologna, who are fighting for the European spots. Roma faces Torino, who are having a slow start, in a game that could affect the European spots. With small gaps between Milan and Roma in the table, this transfer could decide who gets a Champions League spot.