AS Roma and RC Lens in Stand-Off Over Neil El Aynaoui Transfer

AS Roma really want to sign Neil El Aynaoui from RC Lens, and talks between the clubs are heating up. But Lens want to keep the midfielder. They’ve offered him a new contract because other teams from Italy and elsewhere are interested too.

WHAT HAPPENED?

AS Roma offered €20 million for Neil El Aynaoui to strengthen their midfield. Lens rejected it because they want more money. They gave El Aynaoui a new contract until 2029. Neil El Aynaoui, 24 years old, is one of Lens’ best players. Other clubs like Juventus, AC Milan, and Sunderland also want him. Talks are going on, but no deal has been made yet.

LENS AND ROMA: THIS SEASON’S PERFORMANCE

Neil El Aynaoui was very important for Lens last season. He scored eight goals and helped with one assist in 24 games. His good playing helped Lens finish higher in the league and aim for Europe. AS Roma finished just outside the top spots in Serie A last year, having finished outside the Champions League spots last season.

Both teams want to do better this season, and Roma need players to improve their team, while Lens want to keep their key players.

WHAT’S NEXT IN THE TRANSFER SAGA?

Lens are getting ready to play against Rennes, and both teams want to compete for Europe. But El Aynaoui’s future is still a question mark. Roma will play their first matchup against Udinese, and they might make a better offer. If Lens keep El Aynaoui, it will be a big message to other clubs. Everyone will be watching to see if El Aynaoui stays in France or moves to Italy. Lens are a few points away from the mid-table, and they want to get closer to the top four teams.