Roma are keen to make Alexis Saelemaekers’ loan move from AC Milan permanent, but they are not open to a swap deal involving Tammy Abraham, according to Calciomercato.
The 25-year-old Belgian midfielder has impressed during his loan spell at Roma, leading José Mourinho’s side to explore a permanent transfer. However, AC Milan initially considered a potential swap deal for Tammy Abraham, but Roma have ruled out including the English striker in negotiations.
📊 Player Profiles & Career Stats
Alexis Saelemaekers
- Age: 25 (Born June 27, 1999)
- Nationality: Belgium
- Position: Right Midfielder / Winger
- Current Club: Roma (on loan from AC Milan)
🔹 2024/25 Season Performance (Roma)
- Serie A Appearances: 19
- Goals: 3
- Assists: 5
- Key Passes per 90 mins: 2.3
- Dribbles Completed per 90 mins: 1.8
- Pass Accuracy: 86.9%
📈 Career Record (AC Milan & Roma)
- Total Appearances: 185
- Goals: 16
- Assists: 24
- International Caps (Belgium): 15 (2 goals)
Tammy Abraham
- Age: 27 (Born October 2, 1997)
- Nationality: England
- Position: Striker
- Current Club: Roma
🔹 2024/25 Season Performance (Roma)
- Serie A Appearances: 12
- Goals: 5
- Assists: 1
- Shots on Target per 90 mins: 2.4
- Big Chances Created: 6
- Pass Accuracy: 78.2%
📈 Career Record (Chelsea & Roma)
- Total Appearances: 265
- Goals: 108
- Assists: 28
- International Caps (England): 15 (3 goals)
🔎 Why Does Roma Want Saelemaekers Permanently?
🟡 Consistent Performer in Mourinho’s System
- Saelemaekers has adapted well to Roma’s playing style, offering versatility in midfield and attack.
- Mourinho sees him as a key squad player for the future.
🔴 Affordable Signing Option
- AC Milan are willing to sell, with an expected price tag of €12-15m.
- Roma believe securing Saelemaekers on a permanent deal would be good value.
⚽ Not Willing to Trade Tammy Abraham
- AC Milan showed initial interest in a swap deal for Tammy Abraham.
- However, Roma see Abraham as an important striker, especially if Lukaku leaves.
⚖️ How Do Saelemaekers & Abraham Compare to Roma’s Key Players?
| Player (2024/25) | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Dribbles per 90 | Key Passes per 90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexis Saelemaekers (Roma) | 19 | 3 | 5 | 1.8 | 2.3 |
| Paulo Dybala (Roma) | 22 | 7 | 6 | 2.5 | 2.8 |
| Tammy Abraham (Roma) | 12 | 5 | 1 | N/A | N/A |
💡 Analysis: Saelemaekers provides strong midfield creativity, while Abraham remains a key attacking presence.
💰 Potential Transfer Fee & Contract Details
- Estimated Transfer Fee for Saelemaekers: €12-15m
- Tammy Abraham’s Value: €35-40m
- Roma’s Decision: Buy Saelemaekers but keep Abraham
AC Milan may push for a swap, but Roma remain firm on their stance.
👀 Fan Reactions & Social Media Buzz
💬 “Saelemaekers has been a great signing, we need to make it permanent!” – @RomaNews
💬 “Tammy deserves a chance to prove himself, no way we should swap him.” – @ASR_Talk
💬 “AC Milan should accept the €15m and move on. Roma keeping Abraham makes sense.” – @SerieAScout
🏆 Verdict: Will Roma Sign Saelemaekers Permanently?
Roma want to finalize a deal for Saelemaekers, but negotiations with AC Milan could take time.
Unless AC Milan agree to a straight cash deal, Roma may wait until the summer to push for a better price.
📢 What do you think? Should Roma sign Saelemaekers permanently? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
