Gianluca Di Marzio claims on his website that Fabio Paratici has met with Roma sporting director Tiago Pinto in Milan, and a possible move to take Nicolo Zaniolo to Tottenham this summer was discussed.
Zaniolo, 22, has been sensational for Roma. Last season, he had a hand in 17 goals from a number of different positions as Jose Mourinho guided Roma to Europa League qualification – and the Conference League trophy.
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Little surprise, the tenacious Italian is attracting attention from England. Recent reports say that both Tottenham and Liverpool are keen, while Italian outlet Roma Live say a fee of £42million would necessary for Zaniolo.
Now, Di Marzio says Paratici is in Milan – and met with Roma’s Pinto. A potential move for Joe Rodon to Roma on loan was on the table, while Paratici has been asking for ‘information’ regarding Zaniolo.
Paratici has met with Pinto: Zaniolo to Tottenham discussed
He is a wonderful player. Lofty in frame, like Dejan Kulusevski, Zaniolo can play in numerous positions. On either flank, as a 10, or even up top – Zaniolo has been playing alongside Tammy Abraham in a 3-5-2.
Goals and assists, Zaniolo is still incredibly young but experienced. He fits in Paratici’s blueprint – one that is experienced players between 20 and 25; Rodrigo Bentancur, Kulusevski, Emerson Royal, Cristian Romero.
Tottenham do need back-up to Harry Kane. Why Zaniolo is ideal, is that he can also play out wide meaning he will not simply warm the bench as cover. £42million is arguably a fair price.
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