Roma are in direct talks with Manchester United for defender Victor Lindelof as an alternative to Eric Bailly
The Giallorossi are looking for a centre-back to partner Chris Small, or a replacement for the Englishman, and for that they are looking to the Premier League.
While Bailly remains Jose Mourinho’s first choice, Lindelof has also emerged as a possible alternative.
According to FootballNews24.it, Roma director Tiago Pinto is speaking directly with Lindelof’s agent.
His defensive versatility makes the Swede an interesting option, as he can play as a centre-back, right-back and defensive midfielder.
His contract with Manchester United ends in 2024, where the Red Devils transferred him from Benfica in 2017 for €35 million.
The 28-year-old made 35 appearances in last season’s competitions for the “Red Devils”, but it seems that he is not liked by the new manager, Erik ten Haag, and he was not even invited to the team for the first game of the Premier League. where Manchester debuted with a loss.
His price is around 18 million euros, but Roma would go for a loan with an option