Dovbyk in the crosshairs: how the winter window could determine the future of the Ukrainian forward
The future of Artem Dovbyk at Roma remains in doubt — after January the forward could leave. Gianluca Di Marzio names several suitors; we examine why this matters for the player's career and for the image of Ukrainian football in Europe.
By Tetiana Suchkova-Ladik
December 30, 2025 · 2 min read
Briefly
According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, the future of Ukrainian striker Artem Dovbyk at Roma remains uncertain: after January he may leave the Roman club. In the spotlight are interest from English Everton, several Italian teams and offers from La Liga. This is not just a transfer intrigue: the decision will affect the player's playing time and his place in the national team setup.
Clubs' position and options
Di Marzio reports that Dovbyk recently returned from injury and came on at the end of the match against Genoa. Despite that, the winter window could become active for him. Mentioned options include Como (reported to have been considered, but with no official steps), potential interest from Napoli (talks of a swap involving Lucca) and Milan, which is said to have shown interest earlier. At the same time, English Everton figures among the possible suitors.
"The future of Artem Dovbyk remains far from certain, as he may not be in Rome after January"
— Gianluca Di Marzio, journalist
Why this matters for Ukraine
A move or staying in Italy is not only a matter of club logistics. For the player himself, regular playing time is crucial, especially given the competition in the national team and the calendar of important international matches. For Ukrainian football, having our players placed logically in top leagues is a sign of the national school's viability and a chance to raise the country's visibility in European football.
Analysis and likely scenarios
The most likely scenarios at the moment are: 1) Dovbyk stays at Roma but with reduced playing time; 2) a move to another Italian club that would allow him to retain adaptation in Serie A; 3) relocation to England or Spain with different footballing demands. According to the source, a deal may be complicated by the buying clubs' personnel decisions (which makes the transfer less straightforward), so interest is not always synonymous with a successful move.
For the fan and for the national team's expectations one thing is important: will Dovbyk receive the stable competition and playing practice needed at the European level. For now — this is a story about possibilities, not a verdict. Next moves are up to the clubs and agents, who must turn interest into concrete terms beneficial for the player and his further development.
