Roma are negotiating with Al-Shabab to sign Carrasco... Details of the offer and Napoli's stance
The past few hours have witnessed exciting developments in the winter transfer market, as the famous Italian transfer market expert and journalist Fabrizio Romano an official and serious move by the management of the Italian club Roma to acquire the services of the Belgian international Yannick Ferreira Carrasco , captain and winger of the Saudi club Al-Shabab, in order to strengthen the ranks of the "Wolves" during the second half of the current season.
Details of the Italian offer and the youth's stance
According to what Romano posted on his official accounts, Roma have submitted an initial offer to Al-Shabab to loan the Belgian star until the end of the season. This move comes as the Italian capital club seeks to bolster its attacking options with a player possessing extensive European experience and high technical ability.
Despite the seriousness of the offer, the deal faces significant obstacles, as sources indicate that Al-Shabab's management has not opened the door to the departure of their star player during the current winter transfer window. Carrasco is a cornerstone of the "Lions" project, making the idea of letting him go mid-season extremely complicated and requiring technical and administrative approval that may not be forthcoming at present.
Napoli enters the negotiations
Roma are not the only club interested in bringing Carrasco back to Europe, as reports indicate strong interest from Napoli , the reigning Serie A champions. This Italian competition reflects the considerable talent still possessed by the 30-year-old, who has previously graced European pitches with Atlético Madrid and Monaco.
A distinguished career and remarkable statistics with Al-Laith
Since joining the Saudi Professional League, Carrasco has proven himself to be one of the league's most prominent foreign professionals. The Belgian left winger has played 17 matches for Al-Shabab in the Saudi Professional League and the King's Cup this season, making a significant impact by scoring 9 goals and providing 3 assists , making him the team's most notable attacking contributor.
Market value and player contract
Yannick Carrasco is under a long-term contract with Al-Shabab, running until June 30, 2027 , giving the Saudi club significant negotiating power against European interest. According to Transfermarkt, a global website specializing in football economics, the player's current market value is estimated at around €6 million .
Why are the Italians trying to sign Carrasco?
Carrasco possesses exceptional tactical versatility, making him an ideal target for Italian clubs. He excels as a winger, left midfielder, and even as a wing-back in three-man defenses, a common formation in Serie A. His international experience with the Belgian national team (the Red Devils) and his previous Champions League appearances make him a ready-made signing, capable of making an immediate impact without requiring a lengthy adaptation period.
