Matias Soulé opened up about his emotional journey to Roma, revealing how Leicester City talks almost shattered his dream move. Despite higher bids and better salary offers from Leicester City, Soulé was determined to join Roma. The 21-year-old’s transfer to Roma was finalized after weeks of negotiations, with the Giallorossi paying €25.6m plus up to €4m in bonuses.
Soulé admitted to feeling anxious during the negotiations and even shed tears at one point, fearing the deal would fall through. However, a reassuring call from Daniele De Rossi helped ease his worries. Despite the pressure of being a costly signing for Roma, Soulé sees it as motivation to prove his worth.
Coach De Rossi played a significant role in convincing Soulé that Roma was the right choice for him. The young player praised De Rossi’s work ethic and winning mentality, emphasizing their strong bond. Another important factor in Soulé’s decision was Paulo Dybala, a former teammate at Juventus and a mentor to Soulé.
Juventus, who initially didn’t want to sell Soulé, had to cash in on the talented player to make a substantial profit. Soulé revealed that Juventus almost sold him to an Arabian club during his loan spell at Frosinone, a situation that left him feeling disappointed. Despite receiving advice and support from new coach Thiago Motta, the decision to sell Soulé had already been made by the club.
Soulé’s journey to Roma was filled with emotional ups and downs, from the fear of the deal collapsing to the disappointment of leaving Juventus. However, his determination to succeed and his strong relationships with key figures at Roma have set him on a path to prove his worth and make a mark at his new club.