Stephan El Shaarawy Confirms Departure from Roma After Decade

Stephan El Shaarawy has officially announced that he will leave AS Roma when his contract expires on June 30, 2026. This decision marks the end of a ten-year journey with the Italian club, during which he became one of its most beloved figures. The winger made the announcement via social media with two matches remaining in the season: a derby against Lazio and a final game against Verona. He will depart as a free agent after failed renewal negotiations, despite coach Gian Piero Gasperini's earlier efforts to retain him. El Shaarawy originally joined Roma in 2016, had a brief stint at Shanghai Shenhua, and returned in 2021. Over his two spells, he made 346 appearances, scoring 65 goals and providing 50 assists. His tenure was highlighted by winning the UEFA Conference League in the 2021/22 season, securing the club's first European trophy in 61 years. The Italian international of Egyptian descent leaves behind a significant legacy at the Stadio Olimpico, having established himself as a key player in the squad for nearly a decade.