Roma have officially completed the signing of Santiago Castro, the Argentine striker born in 2004, from Bologna for €35 million plus bonuses. The player has signed a five-year contract until 2031 and will wear the number 9 shirt.
Castro arrives after 105 appearances and 22 goals for Bologna, where he established himself as one of Serie A's most promising young strikers. This is Roma's first signing of the 2026 summer transfer window, a significant investment in their attacking department.
The Argentine will reinforce Roma's frontline, bringing energy and quality to a squad aiming to compete at the highest level next season.


