Roma considering loan move for Chelsea's Garnacho with option to buy
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Roma are interested in taking Alejandro Garnacho on loan from Chelsea with an option to buy. The Argentine winger has been deemed surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge.
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Attributed to original sourceRoma are keeping a close eye on the Alejandro Garnacho situation at Chelsea, with reports he could be allowed to leave on loan or on a permanent transfer.
SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND – MAY 24: Alejandro Garnacho of Chelsea looks on prior to the Premier League match between Sunderland and Chelsea at Stadium of Light on May 24, 2026 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) The Giallorossi continue to seek exciting attacking wingers to complete their trident in coach Gian Piero Gasperini’s vision, and represent more of a draw now they have qualified for the Champions League after a seven-year absence.
While first choice Mason Greenwood of Olympique Marseille now seems beyond them, Roma are turning towards unsettled talent Garnacho.
Garnacho among Roma ideas LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 26: Alejandro Garnacho of Chelsea reacts during the Emirates FA Cup Semi Final match between Chelsea and Leeds United at Wembley Stadium on April 26, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images) According to Sportitalia transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà , the 22-year-old is back on the table for the Serie A side, after he was close to Napoli last summer.
The Argentina international was a huge €46.2m investment for Chelsea from Manchester United in August 2025, but has struggled for regular playing time.
Now it remains to be seen whether Chelsea want to simply loan Garnacho out to help his development, or consider a genuine sale.
It is possible Roma could provide both with a loan and option to buy at the end of the season arrangement.
English reports from Graeme Bailey of TEAMtalk claimed that the asking price for a sale would be around €72m, which is clearly not going to be part of the Roma budget.
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What happened
Roma are exploring a loan deal for Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea, with an option to make the move permanent. The Argentine winger joined Chelsea from Manchester United and has struggled for consistent playing time. Chelsea are open to letting him leave, and Roma see him as a potential reinforcement for their attacking line. The deal would likely require a significant option-to-buy fee given Garnacho's profile. The article frames this as an early-stage idea rather than a concrete negotiation.
Chance analysis
Garnacho has been a peripheral figure at Chelsea since his move from Manchester United, making a loan exit a logical step for both player and club. Roma have been active in the market for wide attacking talent and have the Italian tax advantage to offer competitive wages. A loan with option to buy structure reduces Roma's immediate financial exposure while giving Chelsea a potential permanent sale. This kind of deal is typical of mid-table Serie A clubs targeting high-profile but underused Premier League assets.
Garnacho's potential loan to Roma would provide him with a fresh start and give Roma a high-upside wide option, while Chelsea would benefit from trimming wages and potentially recouping a fee.
If Garnacho moves to Roma on loan, expect a boost to Roma's left-wing output but temper expectations given his poor Chelsea form.