Roma struggling for Zeki Celik’s contract renewal

The contract renewal of Zeki Celik is becoming an increasingly difficult puzzle for Roma to solve, with a significant gap emerging between the player’s demands and the club’s offer.

According to Corriere dello Sport, as relayed by VoceGiallorossa, the Turkish international’s entourage has requested a salary of €4m per season to extend his stay in the capital. However, the Giallorossi management has no intention of going beyond an offer of €2.5m per season, leading to a total stalemate in negotiations.

This distance has alerted several clubs across Europe who are monitoring the right-back’s situation. Juventus remain the most interested party in Serie A, but the competition is growing abroad.

In the Premier League, both Fulham and Newcastle United have registered interest, while Bundesliga side Stuttgart are also in the fray. With his contract set to expire in June and no breakthrough in sight with Roma, Celik is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after opportunities on the upcoming free agent market.