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Roma, contact with Darmian: there are also Arab clubs

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M. Darmian

The full-back has remained a free agent after the end of his contract with Inter.

Matteo Darmian still wants to play. He told Sportweek he still feels like a footballer and one at a good level. Since his contract with Inter ended on 30 June 2026, several clubs have shown interest during the transfer window without reaching an agreement.

Now the versatile defender remains available, and Roma are among the clubs considering him and set to take a closer look at his profile during the long international break.

  • Darmian’s words

    "I still want to play, but it has to be worth it. I'm not talking about a team at the very top of the table, but I'm convinced I'm good enough for a solid Serie A side. I don't know whether it's right to talk about prejudice over my age, but it's normal for many clubs to focus on younger players they might then sell on later.

    If you look at my history at Inter, you'll notice that I have always played. After my last injury I have not had any more problems since last January. On the day of the Serie A title at San Siro, it was not the right moment to say goodbye because I still feel like a footballer, I would have liked to spend another year with Inter."

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  • Roma idea

    With the transfer window now closed, Roma have let Salah Eddine leave for Greece, where he has joined Panathinaikos on loan with an option to buy.

    Salah Eddine's exit has left a small gap in the wide areas of Gasperini's squad and, according to Tmw, Roma have made direct contact with Darmian's entourage to sound things out and cover the gap on the right in terms of numbers.

    Alongside Roma, Torino and Parma remain in the background for the 1989-born player, with several Arab clubs also ready to offer him a top contract.


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