Roma secure Romano sale to Cagliari for total €6.5m
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Roma have completed the sale of player Romano to Cagliari for a total package of €6.5 million.
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Attributed to original sourceRoma need to raise funds by June 30 to balance the books and received a boost with the sale of Alessandro Romano to Cagliari for €6.5m including add-ons.
The Giallorossi face a difficult task every summer trying to meet their strict Financial Fair Play settlement limits, even after qualifying for the Champions League.
While Matias Soulé continues to stall on a possible move to the Saudi Pro League, they have at least managed to agree one sale.
Romano sale boosts coffers VERONA, ITALY – MAY 24: Gian Piero Gasperini, Head Coach of AS Roma, pose for a photo with his coaching staff after the Serie A match between Hellas Verona FC and AS Roma at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on May 24, 2026 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) Sky Sport Italia note that midfielder Romano has agreed personal terms with Cagliari, so can now complete the transfer.
It is worth €5m plus up to a further €1.5m in various performance-related bonuses.
The 20-year-old is a product of their youth academy and spent this season in Serie B on loan at Spezia.
With only two Serie A appearances as a substitute under his belt, it should be an opportunity to prove what he can do at the top level.
Romano has played throughout the youth levels of the Switzerland national team.
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What happened
Roma have finalized the transfer of Romano to Cagliari, with the total deal valued at €6.5 million. The sale represents a small but notable outgoing from Roma, while Cagliari acquire a player they see as a valuable addition to their squad. The structure of the fee (total €6.5m) suggests a modest, development-level transfer between the two Italian clubs.
Chance analysis
From a decision-making perspective, this is a low-to-mid tier Italian transfer. Roma receive a small windfall that doesn't significantly impact their squad depth, while Cagliari gain a depth option. Neither club's season outlook is materially altered, though it may marginally increase rotation options for Cagliari's manager.
Cagliari gain a squad addition; Roma receive a small transfer fee with no major first-team consequence.
Slight positive for Cagliari's squad depth; negligible impact on Roma's first-team plans.