Roma loan for Jayden Oosterwolde stalls after medical tests | OneFootball

Roma’s proposed loan for Fenerbahce defender Jayden Oosterwolde has stalled after medical tests flagged a muscular problem.

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports the Dutch-born player, of Indonesian descent, landed at Ciampino to a warm reception before Roma ordered further checks that indicated a more serious issue which could require surgery.

The findings have forced a rethink on whether to proceed with the deal, despite Gian Piero Gasperini’s wish to use the 25-year-old at left-back or centre-half. An outline with Fenerbahce was in place, a €1 million paid loan, a €15 million conditional obligation, and a €1.6 million four-year contract.

TuttoMercatoWeb reports the transfer is on standby while fresh evaluations are completed. In parallel, Roma are exploring midfield options, including Franck Kessié, with Juventus regarded as in pole for his signature.

Any move for Kessié depends on two conditions, Juventus stepping away or the player opting not to wait, and Roma first selling a midfielder. El Aynaoui is viewed as the leading candidate to depart, Crystal Palace are among the interested, and Roma have set a €35 million asking price.

Source: Goal.com

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