Roma interested in Ezzalzouli but Real Betis' €60m price tag off-putting
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Reports suggest Roma are interested in signing Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli, but Betis' €60m asking price is a major obstacle.
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Attributed to original sourceAbde Ezzalzouli is on the Roma list, after the Morocco international impressed for Real Betis, but the €60m asking price is a big problem.
FLORENCE, ITALY – MAY 8: Abde Ezzalzouli of Real Betis Belompie celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Conference League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between ACF Fiorentina and Real Betis Balompie at Artemio Franchi on May 8, 2025 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) Il Tempo reporter Filippo Biafora had reported last week that approaches had been made for Ezzalzouli , seen as an alternative to RB Leipzig man Antonio Nusa.
Now Fabrizio Romano’s colleague Matteo Moretto also suggests that the 24-year-old has been put on the Giallorossi radar.
Ezzalzouli too expensive for Roma tastes HARRISON, NEW JERSEY – JUNE 7: Abde Ezzalzouli #17 of Morocco plays the ball against Julian Ryerson #26 of Norway during the international friendly match at Sports Illustrated Stadium on June 7, 2026 in Harrison, New Jersey. (Photo by Vincent Carchietta/Getty Images) However, if the €60m asking price is confirmed, then that will put him out of the running for a move to the Stadio Olimpico.
Able to play on the left or right wing, his versatility has already attracted interest from Aston Villa and Newcastle United this summer.
He scored 15 goals and provided 13 assists in 43 competitive games for Real Betis last season.
Ezzalzouli would’ve been starring for Morocco at the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico too, but he was forced to abandon the squad at the last minute after sustaining a knee injury in the friendly against Norway.
The player had also been linked with Roma and Como last summer.
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What happened
Roma are reportedly monitoring Real Betis forward Abde Ezzalzouli as a potential transfer target. However, the Spanish club's steep €60 million valuation is considered prohibitive by the Italian side, making a deal unlikely at that price. The 22-year-old Moroccan international, formerly of Barcelona and Osasuna, has been a key creative outlet for Betis. Roma would likely need to negotiate significantly lower terms or explore alternative options to land the winger.
Chance analysis
This is a speculative transfer link with a significant valuation gap between buyer and seller. Roma's interest in a wide attacker signals a potential need for creativity and depth in their attacking line. However, the €60m price point makes this a low-probability deal, suggesting Roma are likely using this as leverage or exploring alternatives. For prediction systems, this has minimal impact on short-term performance unless a lower-fee agreement materializes.
If a deal were to happen, Roma would gain a creative winger; as reported, no impact on current squad or upcoming matches.
Unlikely transfer at €60m — monitor but don't factor into Roma lineup predictions until a concrete bid or agreement emerges.