The Uzbek player has remained in the Capital due to bureaucratic issues. Now, Ghisolfi is on the hunt for a new forward.

The quest for Dovbyk’s deputy has begun, possibly late. Already this summer, there was a need to intervene in the market, but the failed transfer of Shomurodov, due to an error, complicated the plans. The Uzbek was a step away from Atlanta, a team that plays in the Major League Soccer. The soccer transfer market in America closed on August 14th, and negotiations have been scuppered due to bureaucratic reasons. This misunderstanding has left Roma unable to find a valid alternative to Artem, who now is forced to play all the matches despite a problem with his left knee. On January 2nd, the winter transfer window opens and Ghisolfi must hunt for a new striker. Topping the list are the red-hot prospects, Beto and Raspadori. The former would prefer a return to Italy after a negative experience in the Premier League, while the Italian needs more playtime, and is getting little under Conte at Napoli. Shomurodov, after his goal against Empoli on the second day of the championship, has struggled to make a decisive impact, particularly in his poor performances in the Europa League against modest opponents.