With the opening of the transfer window in European football, every club is determined to radically reshape their team. This process intensifies especially in teams that have changed their head coach. Recently, a similar situation has been observed at AS Roma, where Claudio Ranieri's position has been taken over by Gian Piero Gasperini. With the arrival of the new coach, significant changes are expected in the team's attacking line. Taking advantage of this opportunity, the future of Uzbekistan national team captain Eldor Shomurodov has also come back into focus.
The 29-year-old forward lost his status as a key scorer at Roma last season. It is not guaranteed that he will start the new season in Rome. According to reliable sources, clubs from the USA have already shown interest in Eldor. At the same time, Roma's sporting director, Floran Gisolfi, is presenting a specific transfer plan for Shomurodov.
Experts suggest that Gisolfi has begun to explore other candidates for updating Roma's attacking line instead of Artem Dovbik. One of the main candidates on his list is Albert Gudmundsson, a player from Genoa. This Icelandic forward spent the last season on loan at Fiorentina and caught the attention of many clubs with his good performances.
However, Fiorentina is unwilling to pay the 17 million euro buyout clause specified in the contract. Furthermore, legal issues related to Gudmundsson's transfer have not been resolved. This opens up the possibility for Genoa to consider other offers.
In this situation, Roma's management is looking to propose including Eldor Shomurodov in the transfer agreement to purchase Gudmundsson from Genoa. This scenario could align with the interests of both clubs. Shomurodov began his brightest career in Italy precisely at Genoa, and the fans of this team still appreciate him. Additionally, the departure of Genoa's main scorer Andrea Pinamonti indicates that coach Patrick Vieira needs a new central forward.
Reputable Italian sources such as "Romaforever.it" and "Laroma24.it" consider this scenario to be realistic. Journalist Luka Millerioli emphasized that Shomurodov's transfer could be realized through a swap for Gudmundsson, which would be beneficial for all parties involved.
It should also be noted that Eldor Shomurodov scored 8 goals in his debut season in Serie A with Genoa, establishing his name in Italian football. Subsequently, it was precisely due to these successes that he had the opportunity to move to a major club like Roma.
In conclusion, Shomurodov's potential return to Genoa could be a logical step not only for the player but also for his former club. His experience in Italy, adaptability to the new coach's style, and the love of the fans could make him an even more effective player. The likelihood of this transfer being officially announced in the coming weeks is high.
