The tension is palpable on the AS Roma side internally. According to the Italian press, Gian Piero Gasperini no longer hides his annoyance with the work of his sporting director Ricky Massara, particularly concerning certain choices made during the last two transfer windows. The recruitment of Robinio Vaz would particularly crystallize criticism: an arrival deemed non-priority by the Italian technician. In this tense context, Claudio Ranieri, close to Massara, would play a balancing role, while the owners, the Friedkin family, are calling for calm until the end of the season before deciding.
Paradoxically, on the pitch, Robinio Vaz is starting to live up to expectations. Recruited this winter from OM, the 19-year-old striker is gaining momentum and recently stood out with a decisive goal against Lecce. A promising start which contrasts with the debates behind the scenes, where his transfer remains a point of friction despite his encouraging first performances in the Giallorosso jersey.
