AS Roma has officially confirmed the acquisition of Wesley França from Flamengo in a deal reportedly valued at €25 million, potentially increasing by €5 million in performance-related add-ons.
The 21-year-old right-back, who turns 22 this September, rose through the ranks of Flamengo`s acclaimed youth academy before cementing his place in their senior team.
Wesley`s signing was a specific request from Roma`s new head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini. He has also already earned two caps for the Brazilian national senior team.
Wesley: Gasperini`s Top Pick for Roma
After extended negotiations, Roma finalized the agreement, committing to an initial payment of approximately €25 million, supplemented by an additional €5 million in achievable bonuses.
He arrived in Rome over the weekend to undergo his medical examinations and subsequently signed a long-term contract, committing to the club until June 2030.
Wesley will don the number 43 shirt, marking him as the 46th Brazilian player in AS Roma`s history.
While primarily a traditional right-back, his role at the Stadio Olimpico is expected to be a more attacking wing-back, aligning with Coach Gasperini`s tactical system.