Roma have revised their proposed deal for Fenerbahce defender Jayden Oosterwolde after medical examinations revealed injury concerns that could sideline the player for several months. The Italian club now want to take the player on a free loan with a non-obligatory purchase option rather than the terms originally agreed.
Original agreement scrapped
The two clubs had reached an understanding approximately five days ago. That arrangement involved a loan fee of roughly €1 million with an option to buy set at €15 million plus additional bonuses. This clause would have converted to an obligatory purchase if specific conditions were met during the campaign.
Significant injury discrepancy
However, the transfer stalled when medical staff flagged concerns during routine testing. Subsequent scans indicated Oosterwolde may not return to competitive action until December or even January. This assessment conflicts sharply with information provided by Fenerbahce staff, who had suggested the player would recover from his muscular strain within a couple of weeks.
The substantial difference between a brief absence and a potential lay-off extending into the winter months has forced Roma to reconsider their financial commitment. Signing a player who might miss the majority of the first half of the season presents obvious squad planning challenges.
Revised terms await decision
Faced with this prognosis, Roma have adjusted their proposal substantially. They are no longer willing to pay a loan fee or commit to an obligatory purchase. Instead, they have offered to take the player without an upfront fee while retaining the option to buy without obligation at the season’s end.
The decision now rests with Fenerbahce. The Turkish club must determine whether to accept the revised terms and allow the defender to move despite his extended absence, or retain him until he recovers full fitness.
This development leaves the transfer hanging in the balance, with both clubs needing to resolve their differences over the player’s immediate availability and long-term value before the window closes.