AliousArtem Dovbyk, the Ukrainian striker who recently made headlines with his £32 million move to AS Roma, was reportedly a hot commodity in the summer transfer window, with several Premier League clubs vying for his signature. According to Graeme Bailey’s report on TBR Football, Aston Villa, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur were all interested in acquiring Dovbyk’s services before he ultimately chose to join the Serie A giants.
Dovbyk’s appeal stemmed from his impressive performance in La Liga, where he finished as the top scorer while playing for Girona. This achievement put him on the radar of numerous clubs, with many anticipating that Girona might conduct a fire sale of their top talents.
Chelsea, in particular, showed serious interest in Dovbyk as they intensified their search for a striker. However, the London club eventually focused their efforts on pursuing Victor Osimhen, a chase that proved unsuccessful, leaving them without a high-profile center-forward signing by the end of the transfer window.
Aston Villa’s interest in Dovbyk was contingent on the potential departure of Jhon Duran. The Colombian striker had attracted attention from several clubs, including Barcelona, West Ham United, and even Chelsea. However, Duran’s decision to sign a new contract with Villa meant that Unai Emery’s side did not pursue Dovbyk further.
Tottenham Hotspur also considered Dovbyk as an option before ultimately securing a deal for Dominic Solanke. The Ukrainian striker’s move to Roma for £32 million was described by one of his agents as an “instinctive” decision, despite interest from English clubs and Atletico Madrid.
The agent elaborated on the transfer, revealing that it was a complex process involving multiple interested parties. He emphasized that while several Premier League clubs and Atletico Madrid were keen on Dovbyk, the player felt an innate connection with Roma. This instinctive bond ultimately influenced his decision to join the Italian club.
Since joining AS Roma, Dovbyk has made an immediate impact, scoring three goals and providing one assist in his last four appearances. This early success suggests that Roma’s significant financial investment in the Ukrainian striker may prove to be a shrewd move for the Serie A outfit.
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