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Roma, Dybala Close to Bonus-Heavy Extension on Big Pay Cut

Champions League qualification could unlock a renewal that fits Roma’s budget.

Overview

  • Talks have moved forward after recent meetings in Rome, and both sides plan to meet again once the season ends.
  • The offer under discussion would drop Paulo Dybala’s fixed pay to about €2–2.5 million with bonuses linked to games, goals, and team targets, down from roughly €8.5 million.
  • Qualifying for the UEFA Champions League would boost Roma’s finances and make the renewal more likely, with the club currently in the top four.
  • Dybala is open to staying but has also been linked with a possible Premier League move, while Boca Juniors have shown interest without making a formal bid.
  • Director Frederic Massara is leading the talks as coach Gian Piero Gasperini pushes to keep the core, and Dybala has recently returned from injury to aid the run-in after logging 139 Roma games and 45 goals.