New signing Zaragoza taunts Lazio in first Roma interview

New Roma signing Bryan Zaragoza says the opportunity to join the Giallorossi came ‘from one day to another’ and can’t wait to debut at the Stadio Olimpico: ‘Lazio games don’t even come close.’

Roma signed Zaragoza from Bayern Munich on loan with an option to buy on deadline day.

The Spanish winger, 24, had spent the first part of the campaign on loan at Celta Vigo.

“It happened from one day to another. I was told Roma was an option, and I never had any doubt and said I wanted to come,” the Spaniard said in his first interview with Roma.

“I want to thank the club, the owners, and everyone for giving me this opportunity.

“I have high expectations; I want to be important in this club and win titles. I hope we can return to the Champions League.”

Scorer of two goals in 26 appearances across all competitions in the first half of 2025-26, Zaragoza can’t wait to play under Gian Piero Gasperini.

“I know Gasperini because I really liked how his team played last season. It seemed very attractive to me. They played the ball really well, and I can’t wait to start this journey and see what it can give me to learn with him,” he said.

“I’ve always liked to dribble, like street football. It’s one of my qualities.

“I don’t know much about Rome; I’ve never been there before, but people say great things about the city. I come with a great desire to know everything and stay a long time here.”

Zaragoza has already met Roma star Paulo Dybala at Trigoria.

“I met him as soon as I arrived at the training centre and spoke to him. He’s a great player, and I like the idea of sharing the dressing room with him,” he said.

Zaragoza has picked the No.97.

“In Spain and Germany, I couldn’t pick numbers higher than 25,” he explained.

“Here, I was attracted by the idea of getting a higher number. I liked the 97, and my family and I decided it was what we wanted to pick.

“I’ve played in the Liga and Bundesliga. I had not thought about coming to Serie A; it happened suddenly. I can’t wait to start and learn this league with great players and clubs. It’s a difficult league, but I’ll try to be successful.”

Zaragoza made his senior Spain debut in 2023 and has one goal in three appearances under his belt. Naturally, he hopes that his time in Roma will help him get a spot in the squad for the 2026 World Cup.

“Yes, last season I was quite involved, regardless of my injury,” he said.

“This season it hasn’t happened yet, but I hope the chance will come soon. To be at the World Cup is one of my targets.”

Zaragoza has already seen the Olimpico when he was at Bayern Munich, as he was an unused substitute in a Champions League match in 2024.

“It doesn’t even come close because that day I played against Lazio, but I think playing against Roma or Lazio doesn’t feel the same,” he admitted.

“I want to see the Olimpico full of Roma fans and feel their passion. I can’t wait to make my debut in this stadium, and my biggest desire is to debut with a win. If I even score, I’d be perfect.”