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Roma's new stadium project in Pietralata has cleared its final administrative hurdle, with government commissioner Massimo Sessa signing off on the technical and economic plan and mayor Roberto Gualtieri confirming it as deputy commissioner.
What the approval means
The club said the decision marks a “fundamental and historic turning point” after four years of administrative and technical work. Gualtieri said the project is now certain and that the stadium will be built.
Roma said the Friedkin family will fully fund the project, which it values at between €1.047bn and €1.3bn. The scheme includes a stadium for about 60,605 spectators, two large public parks covering around 12 hectares, parking and transport improvements linked to Tiburtina station and the metro.
Timetable and remaining steps
Construction is due to begin in March 2027, with a build time of roughly two and a half years. That leaves open the possibility of completion by the end of 2029, although the final target is to be ready before Euro 2032.
Roma still need to prepare the detailed execution plan, secure the final city approvals and complete procurement for the public works. Archaeological and environmental checks will continue as the project moves forward.