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Marash Kumbulla Transfer from Roma to Espanyol
Mundo Deportivo reports on Espanyol's failed attempt to re-sign Marash Kumbulla from Roma. Espanyol showed strong interest in re-signing Marash Kumbulla on loan from Roma. However, the financial demands, including Kumbulla's high salary and an obligatory purchase clause of 8 million euros, were beyond Espanyol's current financial capabilities. Despite Kumbulla's interest in returning to Espanyol, the economic factors led to the failure of the transfer.
Tuttomercato reports on Espanyol's interest in re-signing Marash Kumbulla following his successful loan spell. Espanyol is interested in bringing Marash Kumbulla back after a successful loan spell where he made 35 appearances and scored 3 goals in LaLiga. However, according to the club's sporting director Fran Garagarza, a return is currently not feasible, although it could become possible in a few weeks. Espanyol is currently focusing resources on other positions as they have enough central defenders.
Mundo Deportivo reports on Espanyol's interest in securing Marash Kumbulla on loan with an option to buy. Espanyol is interested in bringing Marash Kumbulla back on loan with an option to buy. Roma, who previously refused any deal other than a transfer, is now open to a loan with a purchase option. The decision will depend on the terms of the purchase option, including whether it is mandatory and the amount involved. Kumbulla wants to return to Espanyol, where he performed well previously.
The option for Kumbulla, the Albanian center-back who left a good impression last season while on loan from Roma, has been reactivated. According to Il Tempo, Roma, which was initially considering a sale, has now resigned to managing another loan for the defender. Espanyol is among the favorites for his new destination due to Kumbulla's positive disposition and public desire to return to Espanyol. Garagarza is closely monitoring the situation and will fight until the last moment to have Kumbulla back at Espanyol.
Kumbulla is followed by Espanyol, who are willing to take him even on loan.
There were rumors of a possible offer of 7 million euros from Espanyol for Marash Kumbulla. However, Fran Garagarza, the sporting director of Espanyol, clarified that the news is false and no proposal has been made. He appreciated Kumbulla's value both on and off the field but stated that a return is not feasible at the moment. He did not completely rule out the possibility in the future, mentioning that it might be possible in a couple of weeks, but currently, they are focusing on other positions.
Mundo Deportivo has reported that there is a potential return of Marash Kumbulla to Espanyol from Roma. It is said that Kumbulla, who had an impressive loan period at Espanyol from Roma, is currently in talks to go back to Espanyol. The two clubs, Espanyol and Roma, are reportedly in contact, discussing the possibility of Kumbulla continuing his play for Espanyol in the next season. During his tenure at Espanyol, Kumbulla made a notable impact by playing 36 matches and scoring three goals. However, despite the ongoing negotiations, the process remains complicated as Kumbulla is also drawing interest from other clubs in Italy, Spain, and England. Furthermore, following recent changes in the coach and sporting director at Roma, the club is keen on recovering part of the 26 million euros they had spent on Kumbulla.
The Catalan club Espanyol has made an offer of 7 million euros to Roma for Marash Kumbulla. However, this offer was deemed insufficient by Roma.
Marash Kumbulla returned to Roma after his loan experience at Espanyol. Gian Piero Gasperini, the coach, is considering keeping him for the upcoming season as Roma will be competing on multiple fronts, including the Europa League. Espanyol, satisfied with his performance, wants to keep him for the next season but lacks the resources to buy him outright. They prefer another loan with an option to buy, but Roma is not in favor of this, making it unlikely he will play in La Liga in 2025-2026.
Marash Kumbulla has moved from Roma to Espanyol on a temporary basis. In Italy, he faced challenges with continuity due to a significant injury but has managed to find consistency with the Barcelona-based club. He mentioned feeling happy about being able to train daily and concentrate on the present, noting that Espanyol's technical approach persuaded him and that relocating to Barcelona was the right decision. Kumbulla still has two years remaining on his contract with Roma.
Marash Kumbulla has decided to change championships to gain a different experience at Espanyol, a newly promoted team aiming to avoid relegation. He needed to regain confidence on the field after an injury. The move has been more successful than expected, with Kumbulla excelling in various aspects of the game. The loan request was made by Espanyol.
Espanyol is interested in retaining Marash Kumbulla, who is currently on loan from Roma. The club aims to either extend the loan or potentially purchase him outright due to his impressive performances. This decision is influenced by financial constraints.
Marash Kumbulla, who is currently on loan at Espanyol from Roma, has recovered from a cruciate ligament injury that had kept him sidelined until 2024. Kumbulla is performing well at Espanyol, having played in all matches, and is also involved with the Albanian national team for the Nations League games against the Czech Republic and Georgia. He expressed his happiness about his current physical condition and adaptation to the Spanish league, noting that he is pleased with his progress.
Marash Kumbulla is being transferred from Roma to Espanyol.
Marash Kumbulla has moved to Espanyol.
Espanyol has confirmed the signing of central defender Marash Kumbulla on loan. This is part of Espanyol's efforts to strengthen their squad for their return to the top division.
Marash Kumbulla, the Albanian central defender, has joined Espanhol on loan from Roma until the end of the season. This makes him the sixth player to reinforce Espanhol this season.
Marash Kumbulla, a 24-year-old Albanian international central defender, has officially joined Espanyol on loan for this season. He has a contract with Roma until 2027.
Marash Kumbulla has been acquired by Espanyol on a dry loan.
Marash Kumbulla is being considered by Espanyol to strengthen their defense. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano and confirmed by Mundo Deportivo, an agreement has been reached with Roma for his loan until the end of the season. Kumbulla has a contract with Roma until June 30, 2027.
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