Saudi clubs make approach for Roma’s Paulo Dybala

Saudi Arabian clubs loom around Paulo Dybala as Roma set to step up contract renewal negotiations.

According to a report by Daniele Longo, two unnamed Saudi Arabian clubs have established contacts with Paulo Dybala’s entourage recently but the player remains focused on his role at Roma for this season.

Club general manager Tiago Pinto considers time to be his ally as he is set to initiate contract extension talks with the Argentine and conclude them within January. The Giallorossi have previously promised him to improve his current salary from €4.5 million net plus €1.5 million in achievable bonuses. 

The 29-year-old isn’t thinking about the transfer window and his only goal is now to win the Europa League with Roma this season. 

There is a €12 million release clause attached to La Joya’s contract and that won’t be a problem for Saudi Pro League clubs but the Italian capital side are expected to make advances soon and tie their star man beyond the summer of 2025. 

Trambak Bhattacherjee | GIFN