Shomurodov’s Future: Transfer to Turkey or a New Challenge at Roma?

The past season was truly a time of trials and opportunities for Eldor Shomurodov. At the beginning of the championship, there was a high probability that the Uzbek striker would leave Roma, but he stayed in the team, agreeing at the request of head coach Daniele De Rossi to help the squad as a substitute. Later, amid a series of changes in the club’s management, attitudes toward Shomurodov also shifted: Ivan Juric paid him no attention at all, but experienced Claudio Ranieri gave the Uzbek forward a chance in his tactical plans. During the winter transfer window, Ranieri refused to let him move to Venezia and tried him in the main matches.

Shomurodov justified this trust, playing a decisive role in Roma’s fight for a European spot with crucial goals and assists in key matches. Our compatriot appeared in 37 matches: 27 in Serie A, 8 in the Europa League, and 2 in the Italian Cup, recording 7 goals and 5 assists in total. These results further increased attention from fans and specialists.

A new era at Roma and the transfer intrigue

Currently, there is a new administration at Roma — the club’s transfer policy is being completely revamped. Gian Piero Gasperini has been appointed as head coach, and sporting director Florent Ghisolfi has handed over his post to Ricky Massara. These changes will directly affect the future of the club’s players. During this period of renewal, Shomurodov’s fate has become one of the most discussed topics.

According to reports from Italian and European outlets, Eldor Shomurodov is of serious interest to Turkey’s leading club Basaksehir. Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu reports that initial negotiations between the sides have been positive, and an official transfer agreement may be reached in the coming weeks. The Roma management is not opposed to letting the Uzbek legionnaire go if a suitable offer comes in.

Opinions from publications and various sources

SIAMOLAROMA.IT notes that Eldor Shomurodov may soon leave Rome and negotiations are ongoing with Basaksehir. ROMAFOREVER.IT writes that due to the change in management and updated transfer strategy, Shomurodov’s future has become even more uncertain. VOCEGIALLOROSSA.IT highlights that under Claudio Ranieri, Eldor regained his confidence and made a significant contribution in important matches.

SPORTMEDIASET.MEDIASET.IT states that Shomurodov is on Roma’s summer transfer list, there is sufficient interest from Turkey, but the final decision will be made by the new sporting director.

On the verge of new challenges and turning points

Having followed his own path at Roma, Eldor Shomurodov is now likely to try himself in the Turkish Super League. The opportunity to prove himself in a new country, a new environment, and at an ambitious club is becoming increasingly real. However, everything depends on the official negotiations between the clubs and the transfer fee.

It should be noted that Shomurodov has played in Italy for Genoa, Spezia, Cagliari, and Roma, and each time he has successfully met new challenges. Now, the doors of a new country — Turkey — and a new championship are opening for him. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!