Ashley Cole Considers MLS Move After Struggling at AS Roma
Ashley Cole is reportedly already contemplating a move away from AS Roma, less than a year after leaving Stamford Bridge following an eight-year spell with Chelsea.
The experienced left-back joined the Italian side with hopes of revitalising his career after a challenging final season at Chelsea, where he made just 26 appearances and gradually lost his place in the starting lineup. However, reports from Italian newspapers La Repubblica and Corriere dello Sport suggest that Cole has struggled to adapt to Serie A’s demands and is finding it difficult to settle in Rome.
At 33, the former England international is weighing up his options and is said to be open to a move to Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. Sources indicate that MLS franchises Orlando City SC and Toronto FC have already expressed interest in signing Cole.
The left-back’s possible switch to North America would mirror a growing trend of European players seeking new challenges and opportunities in MLS, a league that continues to attract established stars with its competitive environment and lifestyle appeal.
Cole’s decision to leave Chelsea was initially seen as a bold step to extend his playing career abroad, but his struggles in Italy have prompted speculation that his time in Serie A could be short-lived.
The England international’s next move will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike, as he seeks to find regular playing time and maintain his status as one of the Premier League’s most decorated defenders.
