What happened. Roma have officially announced the permanent signing of centre-forward Santiago Castro from Bologna for €35m plus bonuses, with a 10% sell-on clause for Bologna.

Castro signed a five-year deal until 2031 and will wear the no.9 shirt.
He scored 15 goals in 71 Serie A appearances over two seasons.
Artem Dovbyk is expected to move to Bologna on loan with an option to buy.

“AS Roma is pleased to announce the arrival of Santiago Tomàs Castro from Bologna FC.”
— AS Roma official statement

Castro will compete with Donyell Malen for the starting striker role under Gasperini.

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