Friedkins offer Totti ambassador role for Roma centenary

Rumours that Francesco Totti might return to Roma continue, but questions remain about in what capacity. Sky Sport says the Friedkin family has outlined an idea for his comeback, though it would be a representative one. The owners are considering Totti as an ambassador for the club's centenary year, 2027 — a high-profile role but limited to representation.

There is no agreement on the proposal. Totti has consistently rejected a marginal role; he already serves as an informal ambassador by virtue of his history with the club and prefers an active management position with decision-making responsibility rather than a simple representative function.

Nothing concrete had emerged after Dybala's surgery or following a dinner in the capital with Gasperini. The coach said: "I'm not in a position to propose certain situations. I've been here for eight or nine months and I've never met with Totti. But then I hear talk of roles, of a centenary...

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