The 2025/26 Serie A season has been a rollercoaster for AS Roma fans. With 34 matches played, the Giallorossi sit in sixth place with 61 points—a respectable tally built on 19 wins and four draws. But for supporters who've invested in tickets and merchandise, hoping for more drama at the top of the table, there's an undeniable sense of "what could have been."

The numbers tell a frustrating story: 11 defeats have derailed Roma's push for a top-four finish. For context, second-placed Napoli have only lost seven times. Had Roma turned just a few of those losses into draws, the table could look very different. Now, with a handful of games left, the focus shifts to finishing strong—and then diving headfirst into what promises to be a chaotic summer transfer window.

Manager Gian Piero Gasperini is expected to shake up his squad ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, and one name already dominating the rumor mill is defender Evan Ndicka. The 26-year-old Ivory Coast international (with 28 caps to his name) arrived at the Stadio Olimpico as a free agent from Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer of 2023. Since then, he's impressed enough to attract interest from several clubs—but any potential sale won't be straightforward.

Here's the twist: Ndicka's contract includes a clause entitling him to 20% of any future transfer fee. That means Roma would need to factor in a natural markup when negotiating. While the club would still secure a significant capital gain—helpful for financial fair play regulations—the added percentage means talks could drag on. For fans already dreaming of summer signings and fresh kits, this saga might test their patience. But in the high-stakes world of Serie A transfers, it's all part of the game.