Is Dybala’s Olimpico Future Over? Dybala admits Roma hasn’t called him about a new contract. Could the Derby della Capitale be his final match at Olimpico? The clock is ticking.
Paulo Dybala has sent shockwaves through Serie A with a brutally honest admission: AS Roma has not contacted him about a contract extension, and the Derby della Capitale against Lazio could mark his final farewell at the Stadio Olimpico.
The Argentine forward made the stunning revelation just moments after Roma survived a breathless 3-2 comeback win over Parma — a result sealed by Donyell Malen’s penalty deep into stoppage time at the 101st minute that kept Roma level on points with AC Milan in fourth place.
Dybala Signals Derby Could Be His Last Stand at Olimpico
With his contract set to expire at the end of the season, Dybala confirmed he has no clarity on his future — and perhaps more surprisingly, no communication from the club either.
“I also want to know my future. My contract expires in two more games,” Dybala told Sky Sport after the Parma victory.
“The Derby, as stated in my contract, will be my last match in front of our fans,” he added, choosing his words carefully but leaving little room for misinterpretation.
The 31-year-old had contributed an assist in the win over Parma, but post-match attention quickly shifted to his contract situation — one that Roma’s management appears to have left unresolved.
No Call, No Offer: Roma’s Silence Speaks Volumes
When pressed directly on whether the club had reached out, Dybala’s response was blunt.
“No,” he answered flatly, before adding: “I have my own opinion and I’ll keep it to myself. We’ll see what happens when the season ends.”
Italian media have intensified scrutiny on Roma’s front office, with sources suggesting internal uncertainty around the club’s summer transfer plans. Dybala’s expiring deal has attracted interest from clubs across Europe, though no official approach has been confirmed publicly.
Champions League Hunt Remains Roma’s Immediate Priority
Despite the contract cloud hanging over him, Dybala insisted his focus remains locked on the pitch — and Roma’s push for a top-four finish.
“This is a team that gives everything until the end. We showed the courage of a side that wants to secure a place in the Champions League,” he said.
“We know this doesn’t depend on us alone, but we’ll fight until the very last moment,” Dybala added.
Roma currently sit fourth, tied with AC Milan on points, with Juventus also in contention for the final Champions League berth. The stakes at the Derby della Capitale have never been higher — both in the table and, for Dybala personally, in legacy.
What Happens After the Derby?
Should Roma fail to secure Dybala’s future before the season concludes, the club risks losing one of Serie A’s most creative attackers on a free transfer. Dybala’s combination of technical brilliance, set-piece delivery, and big-game mentality has been central to Roma’s European ambitions.
The Derby against Lazio is now loaded with meaning — a six-pointer for Champions League qualification, and potentially a farewell to one of the most beloved foreign players to wear the Giallorossi shirt in recent memory.
