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Friedkin Watch: ‘Over a billion Euros’ – Thanks sent for huge investment, but not at Everton

While the Friedkin family may be under scrutiny at Everton these days, it is nothing but praise over at Roma. Alongside finally delivering Champions League football and backing Gian Piero Gasperini in the summer transfer window, there’s no been developments…

By Sean Lunt · Sport Witness

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 10:30 AM

Key Things to Know

Roma received approval from the Conferenza dei Servizi to build a new stadium in Pietralata.
The Friedkin family is investing over 1 billion euros into the stadium project.
Construction is projected to begin in early 2027 with completion targeted for late 2029.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Friedkin family has received approval for AS Roma's proposed new stadium project in Pietralata. Rome's Conferenza dei Servizi officially approved the technical and economic feasibility project, representing an investment exceeding 1 billion euros from the ownership group.

Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri praised the Friedkins, confirming the tender process will launch ahead of construction projected to start in early 2027. Roma must submit final detailed designs, with officials aiming for stadium completion by late 2029.

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