Roma are preparing a €30m bid for Strasbourg winger Diego Moreira, though the French side value the Belgian international at €50m. The Italian club hope to bridge the gap by including a 10 per cent sell-on clause in their proposal.
The 20-year-old moved to Strasbourg from Chelsea in 2024 after struggling to secure regular minutes at Stamford Bridge. The Blues retain significant control over his future through a buy-back clause that also grants them the right to match any offer the Ligue 1 outfit receive.
Roma’s search for attacking reinforcements has intensified after their primary target, Mason Greenwood, appeared poised to complete a transfer to Fenerbahce from Marseille. The Giallorossi have turned their attention to Moreira as they plan their squad for the 2026-27 campaign.
Jorge Mendes, the player’s representative, is reportedly working to structure a deal that satisfies all parties. However, Strasbourg’s valuation stands €20m above Roma’s opening gambit, creating a significant hurdle to overcome.
Chelsea’s involvement adds another layer of complexity. Even if Roma meet Strasbourg’s demands, the Premier League club could intervene by activating their matching right or pursuing the buy-back option they negotiated when allowing Moreira to leave last year.
The proposed deal highlights the ongoing relationship between Italian clubs and Portuguese agent Mendes, who has facilitated numerous transfers to Serie A. His involvement suggests negotiations may accelerate if an agreeable formula can be found between the differing valuations.
Strasbourg’s stance reflects their reluctance to lose a key asset who has developed considerably since arriving from England. Moreira has established himself as a regular in the French top flight and featured for Belgium at the 2026 World Cup.
For Roma, securing a young winger with international experience represents a strategic investment as they rebuild their squad. The coming weeks will determine whether the capital club can adjust their offer to meet Strasbourg’s expectations or if Chelsea choose to exercise their rights.