Mason Greenwood’s proposed transfer continues to dominate football transfer discussions after the dynamic winger, once linked with AS Roma, has reportedly changed course and is now set to join Fenerbahçe. The unexpected pivot has sent shockwaves through Italian football circles, where reactions have been swift and critical.

Financial constraints at Olympique de Marseille (OM) have forced the club to offload high-earning players, with Greenwood’s transfer becoming a focal point of their cost-cutting strategy. The English winger, who had been strongly tipped to move to Italy, now appears on the verge of finalizing a deal with the Turkish giants, a move that has left many questioning the reliability of such negotiations.

«This kind of deal rarely ends well»

Italian football pundit Roberto Pruzzo voiced his skepticism, stating, «Greenwood? This kind of negotiation always ends badly. There’s never clarity on whether the player genuinely wants to join Roma, and in the end, he ends up at Fenerbahçe. It rarely happens that you hear someone say, ‘This is the player I want,’ and then finalize the deal within hours.» His colleague Fernando Orsi added, «Football doesn’t stop for Greenwood. Personally, I don’t trust him, and with half the budget, you can find someone who fits Gasperini’s style. The World Cup is a stage for players to shine.»

Exploring alternative targets

Paolo Marcacci has already shifted focus to potential replacements, highlighting Moreira as a strong option: «Moreira is a top-tier player, a profile that perfectly aligns with Gasperini’s philosophy. His stock has risen, especially after the World Cup, but we’ll have to see. The same goes for Nusa, Garnacho, and others. Then there’s Tresoldi, who had an impressive season. Gasperini could elevate Moreira to an even higher level. Greenwood’s salary is beyond the reach of Italian clubs, and the team would forfeit a Champions League spot.»