Roma make new €40m offer for Stuttgart's Leweling
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Roma have reportedly submitted a fresh €40m package to Stuttgart in an attempt to sign forward Leweling this window.
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Attributed to original sourceMultiple sources claim Roma have made an approach for VfB Stuttgart winger Jamie Leweling, offering a loan with obligation to buy for €40m, but he is not the only option.
The Giallorossi continue their search for a wide attacking player to suit Gian Piero Gasperini’s 3-4-3 tactics and are running out of time to make it happen before the transfer deadline.
Sky Sport Italia, Sportitalia and more confirm that the latest name at the top of the list is Leweling.
Roma interested in Leweling TURIN, ITALY – OCTOBER 22: Francisco Conceicao of Juventus and Jamie Leweling of VfB Stuttgart compete for the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between Juventus and VfB Stuttgart at Juventus Stadium on October 22, 2024 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) The version of events provided by Sky Sport Italia transfer pundit Gianluca Di Marzio is that the proposal for Stuttgart is €5m on loan, with option to buy for a further €35m at the end of the season.
That can become an obligation if certain conditions are met, most likely activated if they qualify for the Champions League next term.
MUNICH, GERMANY – AUGUST 28: Jamie Leweling of VfB Stuttgart reacts during the Bundesliga 2026/27 match between FC Bayern München and VfB Stuttgart at Allianz Arena on August 28, 2026 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images) The 25-year-old is versatile and can play in a variety of roles in the trident attack, making him a useful addition to the squad.
Leweling scored 11 goals and provided 12 assists in 50 competitive games for Stuttgart last season.
Other candidates include Luiz Henrique of Zenit St. Petersburg and Chelsea man Jamie Gittens, but both of those clubs are unlikely to let their players leave under these terms.
Meanwhile, Leonardo Balerdi arrived today and will complete his medical over the weekend, hoping to join from Olympique Marseille on loan with option to buy.
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What happened
Italian outlet reports indicate that AS Roma have returned to VfB Stuttgart with an improved offer worth around €40m for attacker Leweling. Stuttgart had previously rejected an opening approach, but Roma are pushing to close the deal as they look to strengthen their attacking options. The Bundesliga side are said to be weighing whether the new structure of the bid — which may include add-ons and/or a player — meets their valuation. No agreement has been confirmed yet, though talks appear active.
Chance analysis
Roma's willingness to push a package toward €40m shows how aggressively the club are targeting reinforcements in wide and forward areas. Stuttgart, who have already sold key assets this summer, hold the leverage and will set the price for a player they consider central to their project. For Roma supporters, the key question is whether the offer reflects sporting conviction or desperation to land a marquee signing before the window closes.
If completed, Roma gain an attacking reinforcement at significant cost, while Stuttgart lose an important squad player and receive a major capital injection.