Roma have picked their man to reignite their business on the flank: after missing out on Summerville, the Giallorossi have moved decisively for Antonio Nusa, the Norway winger who plays for RB Leipzig. Within a matter of hours the 2005-born talent has become Gian Piero Gasperini’s attacking priority, in a negotiation that promises to be hot and with Premier League competition in the background. Let us try to bring some order, remembering that every figure quoted here should be treated as a report and not as an official fact.
The situation at a glance
Before the details, the picture updated to 23 July 2026:
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Player | Antonio Nusa |
| Role | Attacking winger (left wing) |
| Age | 21 |
| Current club | RB Leipzig |
| Main suitors | Roma and Premier League clubs |
| Reported value | asking price around 55-60 million |
Why Roma are pushing
The starting point is the Summerville setback. Roma had long chased the Dutch West Ham winger, only to see him slip away towards Al-Hilal and the Saudi Pro League. Left empty-handed on their first target, the Giallorossi wasted no time and shifted their focus to another player of pace and talent. Gasperini, who has returned to vertical football and a back three, has asked the Friedkin ownership for two attacking wingers at short notice: without width and dribbling, his system loses one of its best weapons. Nusa, by profile, is exactly the kind of player needed to attack the space and beat his man in one-on-one situations.
Who is Antonio Nusa
Born in Langhus, Norway, on 17 April 2005, Nusa is a left winger of 183 centimetres, right-footed, good at cutting inside to look for a shot or an assist. Developed in the Stabæk youth system, he made his name at Club Brugge, where still a teenager he became one of the youngest scorers in Champions League history and won two Belgian titles. In the summer of 2024 came the move to RB Leipzig for a fee reported at around 25 million. In the Bundesliga, during the 2025/26 season, he put together roughly 4 goals and 3 assists in around thirty appearances, confirming the flashes that earned him the nickname of the Norwegian Neymar. With Norway he was among the standout names at the recent World Cup.
The figures in the deal
Here the story gets complicated. Reports describe an RB Leipzig valuing their jewel between 55 and 60 million euros, well beyond the public market valuations that hover around 40 million. Roma, for their part, are said to have put around 45 million on the table, looking for the right formula to close the gap with the German demands. On the player’s side, again according to the rumours, the path would be smoother: there is talk of a broad agreement on a multi-year contract worth around 3.5 million net per season. In short, the distance is entirely between the clubs, and it concerns the transfer fee.
The scenarios: the Premier League variable
And this is where the negotiation remains wide open. Roma have the advantage of having already worked on personal terms, but they are not alone: several Premier League clubs are monitoring the situation and could step in with their financial muscle, exactly as happened a few weeks ago with Summerville. Should the English pressure turn into an offer close to Leipzig’s demands, the picture would change quickly. That is why Gasperini has asked to speed up: the window to close fast exists, but it narrows as the days go by.
The verdict
On one side a Roma that has learned the Summerville lesson and wants to move before the competition, on the other an RB Leipzig in no hurry to part with one of its most precious assets. The feeling is that the game will be decided above all on the transfer fee: the agreement with the player looks within reach, but a financial effort will be needed to convince the Germans. Roma have chosen their target and have indicated their intent. Now it is up to the negotiation with Leipzig to say whether this time the move on the wing will really be completed.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Antonio Nusa?
A Norwegian attacking winger born in 2005, developed at Stabæk and then breaking through at Club Brugge, where as a teenager he became one of the youngest scorers in Champions League history. Since 2024 he has played for RB Leipzig. His flair and acceleration have earned him the nickname of the Norwegian Neymar.
How much are Leipzig asking for Nusa?
According to reports RB Leipzig value the player between 55 and 60 million euros, while Roma are said to have gone up to around 45 million. These are figures reported by the press and not official, to be read with caution.
Why do Roma want Nusa?
After missing out on Crysencio Summerville, who joined Al-Hilal, Gian Piero Gasperini urgently asked for two attacking wingers. Nusa's profile, quick and able to beat his man, fits the search for verticality in his Roma side.
Have Roma already agreed terms with the player?
Reports suggest a broad agreement with Nusa on a multi-year contract worth around 3.5 million per season. What remains is to reach a deal with RB Leipzig on the transfer fee, and that is where the negotiation is being decided today.
Are other clubs in for Nusa?
Yes, according to transfer rumours several Premier League clubs are tracking the Norwegian. Roma are the most advanced on personal terms, but the English competition could raise the financial bar.
