Breakout Defender Emanuele Lulli Secures Five-Year Roma Extension
Roma have finalized a five-year contract extension with Emanuele Lulli, tying him to the club until June 2031. The agreement guarantees the defender a net base wage of €500,000 per season, which can rise to €1m annually if he meets specific performance targets.
The 19-year-old full-back has established himself in the first team during his first season as a professional player.
AS Roma
clubHe scored his first Serie A goal in the 2-0 win over Genoa this month, completing a rapid rise into senior football after nearly leaving on loan during the summer.
A lifelong Roma fan who grew up in nearby Palestrina, Lulli has committed his long-term future to his boyhood club.
Gian Piero Gasperini
coachGian Piero Gasperini’s Tactical Setup Brings Best Out of Lulli
Manager Gian Piero Gasperini blocked a planned loan move to Avellino before the campaign started after assessing the defender during pre-season workouts. Lulli provides intense running power, speed, and stamina on the flank, giving Roma dynamic coverage along the touchline.
Selection Battle With Wesley on the Roma Flank
Lulli is fighting for regular starting minutes alongside Wesley in Gasperini’s wide rotation. His club form earned him a call-up to the Italy Under-21 squad, while senior national team manager Roberto Mancini is also monitoring his progress.
Wage Structure for Lulli’s Five-Year Deal
The long-term contract sets Lulli’s guaranteed salary at €500,000 net per year, keeping his baseline cost low while offering performance incentives that can double his earnings. Calciomercato.com.