AS Roma fans launch petition to block Mason Greenwood transfer

Currently facing sanctions from UEFA, OM must stabilize its finances by the end of next season to avoid a potential ban from European competitions. This daunting task falls to the newly appointed president, Stéphane Richard, and the recently installed sporting director, Grégory Lorenzi. Consequently, OM is expected to offload several high-value assets during the summer window, with Mason Greenwood being one of the most prominent names on the market.

Greenwood linked with a move to AS Roma

The forward’s next destination appeared to be settled, as AS Roma has made the OM number 10 a cornerstone of their new project for a Champions League return. While personal terms with the player do not seem to be an issue, the Marseille-based club is holding out for a significant fee, reportedly asking for nearly €50 million. It is worth noting that 40% of any transfer fee would be owed to Manchester United. Although negotiations are ongoing, a new obstacle has emerged that could derail the entire operation.

Supporters organize against the transfer

The proposed signing has sparked a wave of disapproval among the AS Roma faithful. A group of supporters has initiated a petition on the iPetitions.com platform under the hashtag #NoGreenwood, demanding that the club remains faithful to its core values. The backlash stems from the previous legal allegations involving the player and his partner. These past controversies are also why Mason Greenwood has struggled to find suitors in the Premier League, where he is no longer considered welcome. It remains to be seen whether this organized fan protest will influence the final decision regarding the transfer.