Free signing of Julian Brandt boosts Roma’s plans for next season By Beatriz
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Roma intensifies contacts to sign German attacking midfielder Julian Brandt as a free agent. The player, who will leave Borussia Dortmund at the end of the 2025/26 season, appears as a viable option for the Italian club without any transfer costs. Dirigentes romanos já realizaram abordagem inicial junto aos representantes do atleta nascido em 1996. O movimento ocorre em meio a esforços da equipe para ajustar o elenco e melhorar o desempenho no campeonato nacional.
The possibility gains strength after official confirmation that Brandt’s contract with the German club will not be renewed. Borussia Dortmund announced that the current season marks the end of the player’s time at Signal Iduna Park, where he has played since 2019. With accumulated experience in almost 300 official games, the midfielder has accumulated 56 goals and 68 assists over these years.
- Initial contact has already occurred with the Italian agent Francesco Randazzo
- Salary estimated at around four million euros per season
- Interest also expressed by Juventus and Como in the Italian market
- Potential partnership with Malen, who worked at Itália, is seen as positive
The technical profile of Brandt attracts special attention from the technical committee of Roma. The player has shown good form this season, with more than 30 games played and ten goals scored so far. Sua ability to create plays and play in different midfield positions offers relevant tactical flexibility for the team.
Initial contacts with representatives
Roma decided to accelerate movements in the transfer market. Dirigentes, including sporting director Massara, received repeated information about the German’s contractual situation. The player’s agent at Itália maintained an open dialogue and signaled that Brandt would be receptive to a transfer to the country.
The midfielder born in Bremen will turn 30 years old in May 2026. Clubes Italians are following the case closely, but Roma appears among the most active so far.
The Italian club’s salary structure allows it to accommodate the amount desired by the athlete without major impacts on the budget. Negociações Preliminaries indicate that the settlement could occur relatively smoothly if the parties reach agreement on contractual details.
Financial viability of the operation
The operation appears to be economically attractive for Roma. Sem need to pay transfer fees, the focus is exclusively on the annual salary. The value discussed is around four million euros, a level considered compatible with the club’s current salary cap.
Managers believe that the arrival of Brandt could strengthen the team’s creative sector. The midfielder has experience in high-level competitions, including the Liga of the Campeões, where he contributed with consistent performances throughout his career. Sua versatility allows quick adaptation to different tactical systems.
Furthermore, the possibility of forming a pair with players already present in the squad is analyzed internally. Roma considers that the German would bring additional technical quality without compromising the financial balance of the current project.
Interest from other Italian clubs
Juventus and Como are also monitoring the situation of Julian Brandt. The midfielder attracts attention in the Italian market due to his consolidated trajectory and the fact that he is available without high costs. Cada club evaluates the player’s profile according to its own needs for the next season.
Roma, however, maintains a prominent position in initial conversations. Contatos already carried out puts the club ahead in terms of concrete surveys. The technical environment offered by the team is seen as favorable by the athlete’s staff.
Negotiations remain at a preliminary stage and depend on developments in the coming weeks. The outcome of the current season in both Bundesliga and Série A may influence the pace of discussions between all parties involved.
Recent player stats
Julian Brandt records impressive numbers in the 2025/26 season. Ele participated in more than 30 matches for Borussia Dortmund, scoring ten goals and contributing decisive assists. Sua presence on the field stands out for its ability to finish and create opportunities.
In his total career at the German club, the midfielder has accumulated almost 300 official appearances. The numbers include 56 goals and 68 assists, which shows consistency over the years. Essas brands reinforce the athlete’s technical value to potential contractors.
At 29 years old, Brandt maintains a high level of performance and arrives on the market as one of the most qualified free agents available in the European summer. Sua international experience also counts as positive points for teams looking for experienced reinforcements.
Perspectives for the Roma midfield
The possible arrival of Brandt is analyzed as an opportunity to raise the technical standard of the midfield. The club is looking for options that can add creation and versatility without requiring high investment in transfers. The German fits this profile naturally.
Conversations with the technical staff highlight the importance of players capable of playing multiple roles. Brandt has already demonstrated this quality throughout his career, which makes it easier to integrate into different game schemes. Roma follows the development of the situation carefully.
The transfer market remains open for adjustments until the window closes. The Italian team intends to define its priorities according to its performance in the remaining competitions of the current season.
