Inter lead race to sign Roma midfielder next summer | OneFootball

Lorenzo Pellegrini’s future at Roma is looking increasingly doubtful, and Inter are reportedly keeping an eye on his situation, weighing up the opportunity to make a move next summer.

The Giallorossi fans repeatedly jeered the former Sassuolo midfielder in a complicated start to the season that saw his side change three managers in the space of three months.

ROME, ITALY – MAY 02: Lorenzo Pellegrini of AS Roma reacts during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 Semi-Final first leg match between AS Roma and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Stadio Olimpico on May 02, 2024 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Moreover, coach Claudio Ranieri repeatedly dropped him since taking the helm of the team, making an extension of the 28-year-old’s stay at the Stadio Olimpico more unlikely.

Inter weigh up summer move for Roma’s Pellegrini

Pellegrini’s contract with Roma is due to expire in June 2026, and Corriere della Sera suggested Inter are currently considered the favourite to sign the Italy international, as they would deem him a fitting profile to Simone Inzaghi’s side.

While the Giallorossi wouldn’t be willing to sell him in January, things could be different in the following transfer window, as they could be open to offloading him before he remains with a single year on his contract, with the risk of losing him for free starting January 2026.

ROME, ITALY – DECEMBER 12: Lorenzo Pellegrini of AS Roma celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 match between AS Roma and SC Braga.

Pellegrini has collected 19 appearances across three different competitions with Roma this term, but his offensive contribution was limited to one goal and two assists.