Boubakary Soumare, who joined Leicester City from Lille in 2021, has not yet reached the level of performance many had anticipated. Despite showing promise, he has struggled to make a significant impact in the Premier League.
During the 2023/24 season, Soumare was loaned out to Sevilla, where he had a chance to rejuvenate his career. However, as the new Premier League season approaches, his future at Leicester remains uncertain, and it appears increasingly likely that he may continue his career outside of England.
Recent reports from Gazzetta dello Sport indicate that AS Roma has expressed strong interest in acquiring Soumare to strengthen their midfield this summer. The Italian club sees the Frenchman as a key target to bolster their squad, and they have made a decisive move to secure his services. In recent days, Roma has reportedly “swooped in hard” for Soumare, who is keen on a transfer to the Stadio Olimpico.
Roma is planning to enter negotiations with Leicester City soon, with the intention of signing Soumare on an initial loan deal. The Foxes are aware of Roma’s interest and have set a price tag of €15 million for a permanent transfer. It seems that Soumare himself may have played a role in informing Leicester of Roma’s interest, as he has expressed a desire to join the Giallorossi.
At 25 years old, Soumare still has the potential to develop into a top-tier midfielder, and Roma’s pursuit of him underscores their belief in his abilities. The Italian club’s interest appears to be genuine, and there is an expectation that formal talks between Roma and Leicester City could take place soon.
If successful, this move could offer Soumare a fresh start in Serie A, where he would have the opportunity to prove himself and fulfill the potential that many saw in him when he first emerged as a promising talent at Lille.
