Roma Step Up January Striker Hunt as Dovbyk Injury Deepens Shortage

Overview

• Manager Gian Piero Gasperini has asked for at least one forward in January, with reports suggesting he could seek two additions.
• Artem Dovbyk has been sidelined with a thigh tendon issue, with one report projecting an absence until early 2026 and another expressing hope for a four‑week return.
• Joshua Zirkzee has featured sparingly for Manchester United this season and is pushing for regular minutes to strengthen his World Cup case.
• Agent Kia Joorabchian is said to favor a Premier League stay for Zirkzee, with West Ham showing interest, while the player is open to a Serie A return.
• Sporting director Frederic Massara has added Gianluca Scamacca to Roma’s shortlist, and vice‑president Ryan Friedkin has signaled readiness to act in the January window.