With the summer transfer window approaching, contract situations are coming into sharp focus across Serie A. At AS Roma, attention is turning to four key players—Stephan El Shaarawy, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Paulo Dybala, and Zeki Çelik—whose deals are set to expire in June 2026. Among them, Turkish international full-back Zeki Çelik is emerging as a potential departure, sparking significant interest from Italy's top clubs.

Çelik, who recently impressed for Turkey in their World Cup qualifiers, is reportedly nearing an exit from the Italian capital if a contract extension cannot be agreed upon. According to Sky Sport's Gianluca Di Marzio, Serie A giants Juventus and Inter Milan are closely monitoring the situation and are prepared to swoop for the 27-year-old on a free transfer should he become available.

The former Lille defender's agent addressed the swirling rumors in late February, stating, "The rumors that Zeki has reached an agreement with a club are not accurate." He acknowledged the natural market interest, adding, "He currently plays for a major club, and it’s natural that major teams in Italy and England would show interest in a player competing at this level."

The coming months will be crucial in determining Çelik's future. If Roma and the player cannot find common ground on a new contract, the versatile defender could be on the move after four seasons, offering a major opportunity for any club seeking to bolster their defensive ranks with an experienced and dynamic performer.