Scheduled the meeting with Atalanta to conclude the agreement for the Columbian Striker: we are talking about a permanent deal worthy Six Million Euros Plus Bonuses, Contract Until 2026 for the player
It’s Duvan Zapata‘s day. On the day after the opening match of the season, Roma has scheduled a meeting with Atalanta to finalize the acquisition of the striker who has been awaited all summer. It will be a hot Monday that should lead to the most expected outcome.
On Saturday, in Verona, Zapata will have the chance to make his debut with his new team, although yesterday in Reggio Emilia, he indicated that he is not opposed to the possibility of staying in Bergamo.
Yesterday, Belotti, his theoretical competitor for a place in the team, scored two goals while the subject of Mourinho’s attention was substituted at halftime by Gasperini (and his replacement, De Ketelaere, sealed a 2-0 win against Sassuolo).
By now, the choice has been made, as all parties involved have somehow confirmed. Luca Percassi, representing the ownership, admitted: ‘All players are important. But we have a numerically abundant squad; we will see what happens in the coming days.’
Gasperini commented on the rumors: ‘If Duvan is fit, I play him. But I will never stand in the way of his decision. I owe a lot to players like him and Muriel, who will decide what to do in agreement with the club.
“Today, the deal should be finalized. In the end, after a long back-and-forth, it will follow Atalanta’s negotiation line. Zapata will move to Roma on a permanent transfer, not a loan with a purchase obligation based on appearances.
The figure is expected to be around 6 million euros plus bonuses, making for a total valuation of approximately 10 million or thereabouts. The player, whose contract would have expired in 2025, will have an extra year on his contract at around 3 million euros per season, including easily attainable bonuses.”
