Forward's Ambitions and Club Choice
The Uzbek striker Eldor Shomurodov, under contract with Roma, is seriously considering continuing his career with Cremonese. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the 29 year-old forward has already reached a preliminary agreement on personal terms with the Lombardy club, keeping his main condition — to remain on the foggy Italian football stage where he has confidently played since 2021.
Financial Side of the Deal
The ball is now in the administrative offices: the Romans value the player's transfer at about €8 million. That figure remains the stumbling block in the negotiations, since the Tiger-Greys (la Cremo) have not yet confirmed their readiness to pay the asking price. Insider information says the parties are actively looking for a compromise, discussing both a one-off payment and possible performance-related bonuses for the forward.
Competitors in the Transfer Market
Other clubs have also shown interest in Shomurodov. The Turkish side Istanbul Başakşehir held talks with the player's agent, but a deal was not reached. The French club Rennes, seeking to reinforce its attack for European campaigns, likewise considered the Uzbek forward. Despite these tempting offers, the player prioritises his adaptation to the tactical nuances of Serie A and therefore chose Cremonese.
Historical Context of the Career
Eldor Shomurodov entered Asian football history in 2020 when, donning the Genoa jersey, he became the first representative of Uzbekistan in Italy's top tier. Since then he has remained the only Uzbek player in Serie A, boosting the visibility of his national team and expanding the geographic footprint of Asian footballers on European pitches.
Future Prospects
If the clubs reach an agreement, Cremonese will acquire a mobile striker who can exploit space and link-up play, while Shomurodov will gain the chance to cement a starting place and recapture his former scoring form. The finale of the transfer saga depends solely on how much Cremo is willing to pay for the Uzbek predator's goals in red-and-grey stripes.
