Status and verdict
Debunked
Closed rumours are no longer scored: the status is final.
Roma attempted to sign Lucas Da Cunha this summer but he stayed at Como, per Yahoo Sports and RomaPress (both citing TransferFeed). His contract at Como runs to 2031.
First reported by TEAMtalk
4 articles · 1 independent source
What we know
Roma attempted to sign Lucas Da Cunha this summer but he stayed at Como, per Yahoo Sports and RomaPress (both citing TransferFeed). His contract at Como runs to 2031.
TEAMtalk reports Roma is among several clubs monitoring Da Cunha and keeping tabs on a possible move. Yahoo Sports, citing TEAMtalk, adds Roma is among several Serie A clubs tracking him.
Key findings
- First report: 30 Sept 2026, TEAMtalk.
- 1 independent source behind it (TEAMtalk); 2 other outlets only repeat earlier reporting.
- Deal stage reached by a counted source: contact.
- 2 reports attribute the story to TransferFeed, whose own article is not among the sources.
- No second independent source corroborates it.
- Latest evidence: 34 days ago.
Who reported it
| Outlet | Tier | What they said | Track record | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEAMtalk 30/09/2026 | Tier 2 · Established | Roma are among several clubs monitoring Da Cunha and keeping tabs on a possible move. Stage: interest | 5 of 5 cases · 100% | Original source |
| Yahoo Sports 30/09/2026 | Tier 2 · Established | Roma reportedly made an attempt this summer for Da Cunha but he decided to stay with Como. Stage: interest | 1 of 3 cases · 33% | Cites TransferFeed (not in this dossier) |
| Yahoo Sports 30/09/2026 | Tier 2 · Established | Roma is among several Serie A clubs keeping tabs on Lucas Da Cunha. Stage: contact | 1 of 3 cases · 33% | Cites TEAMtalk |
| RomaPress 30/09/2026 | Tier 3 · Secondary | Roma attempted to sign Da Cunha this summer, but he ultimately stayed at Como. Stage: interest | No history yet | Cites TransferFeed (not in this dossier) |
Timeline
- 30 Sept 2026 · Yahoo SportsRoma reportedly made an attempt this summer for Da Cunha but he decided to stay with Como.
Repeats reporting attributed to TransferFeed (its own article is not in this dossier). Stage: interest
- 30 Sept 2026 · RomaPressRoma attempted to sign Da Cunha this summer, but he ultimately stayed at Como.
Repeats reporting attributed to TransferFeed (its own article is not in this dossier). Stage: interest
- 30 Sept 2026 · Yahoo SportsRoma is among several Serie A clubs keeping tabs on Lucas Da Cunha.
Repeats reporting attributed to TEAMtalk. Stage: contact
- 30 Sept 2026 · TEAMtalkRoma are among several clubs monitoring Da Cunha and keeping tabs on a possible move.
First-hand report. Stage: interest
Does AS Roma need him?
Central Midfield: the central midfielders AS Roma already have, from their squad list, and who they brought in there over the last two seasons. Facts only: we do not judge the need.
Current central midfielders (4)
| Player | Position | Age | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manu Koné | Central Midfield | 25 | 30 Jun 2029 |
| Niccolò Pisilli | Central Midfield | 22 | 30 Jun 2029 |
| Bryan Cristante | Defensive Midfield | 31 | 30 Jun 2028 |
| Marten de Roon | Defensive Midfield | 35 | 30 Jun 2028 |
Recent signings in this position
- Marten de Roon (Defensive Midfield)2026/27 · free from Atalanta BC
- Riccardo Pagano (Central Midfield)· no longer in the squad2026/27 · back from loan at SSC Bari
- Alessandro Romano (Defensive Midfield)· no longer in the squad2026/27 · back from loan at Spezia Calcio
- Edoardo Bove (Central Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · back from loan at ACF Fiorentina
- Enzo Le Fée (Central Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · back from loan at Sunderland AFC
- Ebrima Darboe (Defensive Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · back from loan at Frosinone Calcio
- Riccardo Pagano (Central Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · back from loan at US Catanzaro
- Neil El Aynaoui (Central Midfield)· no longer in the squad2025/26 · from RC Lens · €23.50m
Is it still alive?
- First report
- 30 Sept 2026
- Latest report
- 30 Sept 2026 (33 days ago)
Contract and fee
- Contract until
- June 2031
- Reported fee
- —
No outlet has quoted a figure for this move yet. We never estimate one.
Also linked with
Player profile
- Full name
- Lucas Da Cunha
- Age
- 25
- Agent
- CAA Base Ltd