Roma, Dybala Near One-Year Extension on Reduced Wages

Overview

• Roma held fresh talks with agent Carlos Novel this week, with multiple reports describing progress toward a short renewal tied to performance.
• The proposal would cut Dybala’s base pay from about €8–8.5 million to roughly €2–2.5 million with bonuses linked to appearances, output and commercial sales.
• Coverage points to a one-year deal that could include an option for an additional season if both sides are satisfied.
• Coach Gian Piero Gasperini has pressed to keep Dybala, and Adidas favors a renewal during the club’s centenary year to retain a marquee name.
• Football Italia notes Boca Juniors are waiting if negotiations fail, while Roma have also started renewal talks with Lorenzo Pellegrini and Zeki Çelik.