AS Roma is aggressively pursuing the acquisition of Givairo Read from Feyenoord, aiming to fortify their right flank. Sporting director Tony D'Amico is keen to expedite the transfer process, hoping to secure the deal swiftly to integrate Read into Gian Piero Gasperini's squad during their training camp in Wales.
Reports indicate that a personal agreement has already been reached with the player, a 2006-born talent, who is poised to sign a five-year contract valued at €2.5 million per season. Read has explicitly stated his preference for a move to the Italian capital, and interest from Nottingham Forest, a potential competitor for his signature, appears to have waned.
The primary hurdle in this transfer saga remains Feyenoord, who previously declined Roma's initial bid of €23 million plus €2 million in add-ons. The Dutch club values the full-back at €30 million, a figure higher than Roma's first offer. Undeterred, the Giallorossi have escalated their proposal to €25 million supplemented by €3 million in bonuses. Roma is reportedly unwilling to further increase their bid, hoping this final push will be sufficient to finalize an agreement.
This pursuit underscores Roma's ambition to enhance their team with promising young talent, demonstrating their commitment to strategic squad building. Successfully securing Read would not only strengthen a crucial position but also signal their intent in the competitive European transfer market, fostering a sense of optimism and progression within the club.
