Tuttomercato has reported on a potential player swap deal being considered between Roma and Juventus, which would involve 29-year-old Italian midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini and McKennie. Roma suggested this exchange, offering Pellegrini to Juventus in return for McKennie, although Juventus expressed a preference for Cristante instead. This proposal arises as Pellegrini continues to recover from tendon surgery he underwent in May, which has sidelined him since then. Despite Pellegrini's contract being valid until 2026, there have been no discussions about a renewal, and his substantial salary of 6.5 million euros has led Roma to reconsider his position in the team following an underwhelming season. Transfermarkt data indicates that Pellegrini's market value has decreased to €9.00m, a significant drop from his peak value of €45.00m in 2021. Although Napoli and Fiorentina had shown interest earlier this year, both clubs have now pulled back, leaving Pellegrini with limited options and the potential risk of seeing out his contract without getting playing time.