AS Roma And Udinese Compete For Young Polish Defender Jan Ziolkowski

AS Roma and Udinese want to sign Jan Ziolkowski, a 20-year-old defender from Legia Warsaw. Both Serie A teams have made offers and are talking with Legia. They’re trying to get him before bigger clubs do.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Both Italian sides have made formal offers to Legia Warsaw for Ziolkowski. They are still negotiating and haven’t agreed on a deal yet. Ziolkowski is considered a top young talent in Poland. Now, he’s attracting attention from clubs in Italy and possibly other parts of Europe too.

ZIOLKOWSKI’S RISE AND THE TEAMS’ SITUATION

Ziolkowski has had an impressive season at Legia Warsaw. He’s made over 30 appearances, scored once, and assisted twice. His performances were not enough though, as Legia finished only in 5th last season, 16 points behind champions Lech Poznan.

AS Roma finished fifth in Serie A last season and plan to challenge for the title, especially with a new manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, at the helm. They’ll also be playing in the Europa League. In contrast, Udinese ended the last season 15th and narrowly avoided relegation, indicating a pressing need for defensive help to prevent another difficult season.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

The conversations between Legia Warsaw, Roma, and Udinese are set to continue in the coming days. Both Italian teams want Ziolkowski soon, and a decision may come quickly. If a transfer happens, he could join his new team in time for the first matches.

Roma’s Serie A opener is against Bologna, while Udinese faces Hellas Verona. Back in Poland, Legia Warsaw will play Katowice as they try to keep up their title push where they have 1 win and one draw in the 2 opening matchdays and will be playing AEK Larnaca from Cyprus for a spot in the Europa League group stages.