Roma compete with Galatasaray for Mora, inquire about Endrick from Real Madrid
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Roma are in a transfer battle with Galatasaray for striker Mora while also approaching Real Madrid about Brazilian forward Endrick.
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Attributed to original sourceRoma can take advantage of Galatasaray hesitation by going for FC Porto creative midfielder Rodrigo Mora, on loan with option to buy for a total €50m, but also asked Real Madrid for Endrick on loan.
Gian Piero Gasperini expressed his frustration yet again with the lack of new signings after a 3-0 friendly defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion, noting the squad was far too thin.
Roma look to Endrick and Mora PORTO, PORTUGAL – JANUARY 29: Max Aarons of Rangers passes the ball whilst under pressure from Rodrigo Mora of FC Porto during the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD8 match between FC Porto and Rangers FC at Estadio do Dragao on January 29, 2026 in Porto, Portugal. (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images) Multiple sources have confirmed that the Giallorossi would be one of the top options for Endrick to go out on loan from Real Madrid, as they are in the Champions League and above all can guarantee regular playing time.
Another option for them is Rodrigo Mora, who just turned 19 in May and has made quite an impact at FC Porto.
Galatasaray were close to an agreement, but seem to have stalled in order to pursue Lokomotiv Moscow midfielder Aleksey Batrakov instead.
This has allowed Roma to step in and seek to reach a deal with Porto.
PORTO, PORTUGAL – JANUARY 29: Rodrigo Mora of FC Porto celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD8 match between FC Porto and Rangers FC at Estadio do Dragao on January 29, 2026 in Porto, Portugal. (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images) There are a few alternative ways of achieving this, as Sky Sport Italia note that the offer is a one-season loan for €5m with an option to buy for a further €45m.
Sportitalia point out there are various ways this could turn into an obligation with clauses for sporting achievements, or even to buy Mora outright if they make a big sale first.
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What happened
Roma are actively pursuing reinforcements in attack, engaging in a two-front transfer effort. They are competing with Galatasaray to sign Mora, a striker who is attracting interest from multiple clubs. Separately, Roma have made contact with Real Madrid regarding Endrick, the young Brazilian forward who has struggled for minutes at the Bernabéu. The moves signal Roma's intent to bolster their offensive options ahead of the new season.
Chance analysis
Roma are targeting two different profiles: a proven striker in Mora and a high-upside young forward in Endrick. Galatasaray's competing interest in Mora could drive up the price and complicate negotiations. Endrick's potential availability reflects Real Madrid's willingness to loan out young talent lacking first-team pathways, which could benefit Roma if a deal materializes. Both targets would directly address Roma's attacking depth concerns.
Roma's attacking depth would be significantly strengthened if either signing is completed, with Endrick representing a long-term addition and Mora a more immediate goal-scoring option.
If Roma land either Mora or Endrick, their attacking options improve; if negotiations stall, depth concerns persist into the season.