AS Roma have joined the race to sign Juventus defender Juan Cabal in the final hours of the transfer window. Yahoo Sports reports the Serie A leaders are pursuing the 25-year-old Colombian full-back as sporting director Tony D'Amico aims for a double signing. The club, currently top of the table with six points and an unbreached defence, is looking to bolster its options ahead of the next home fixture against Atalanta.
Roma's sporting director Tony D'Amico stated, "Roma's transfer window could end with a double signing." The objective is to complete the defensive line with a new option for the left-back role, for which the right-footed Cabal is a concrete target. The club is also exploring other prospects for the same position as they work to finalise their squad.
Who is Juan Cabal
Juan Cabal is a Colombian full-back, born in 2001, who played for Juventus last season. He made 12 Serie A appearances for the Turin club, scoring two goals. Despite this, the player appears to be out of favour and his departure is considered likely, provided Juventus can secure a replacement. Besides Roma, clubs like Atalanta and Bologna are also closely monitoring the defender's situation.
Roma's transfer window strategy
The interest in Cabal fits into an active final phase of the market for Roma, who are targeting a double signing. The team, which has scored eight goals in the first two league matches, wants to solidify an already robust unit. The search for a right-footed left-back is a priority for D'Amico and his staff. All developments on this and other negotiations can be followed in our dedicated squad section.
The early-season context
Roma approach this negotiation from a position of strength in the league. The team leads Serie A with two wins from two, a goal difference of plus eight. This defensive solidity is the foundation for any new addition. The next match, against Atalanta on September 5th, presents an immediate test for the current roster and any potential new arrivals. The full schedule is available on our fixtures page.
The Juan Cabal situation remains one to watch in the window's final hours. Juventus must first secure a replacement before formalising the Colombian's departure. Meanwhile, Roma continue their contacts, with an eye also on the Serie A standings which see the Giallorossi in first place.
