Roma have finally completed the signing of defender Mario Rui from Empoli for €9m plus bonuses. “I’ve joined one of the best clubs in the world.”
The player is technically arriving on loan, but the option to buy is mandatory after a certain number of appearances.
“AS Roma is delighted to confirm the signing of Mario Rui Silva Duarte,” read a statement.
“Roma announce that terms have been agreed with Empoli FC for the player to join the club on loan until 30 June 2017.
Roma have finally completed the signing of defender Mario Rui from Empoli for €9m plus bonuses. “I’ve joined one of the best clubs in the world.”
The player is technically arriving on loan, but the option to buy is mandatory after a certain number of appearances.
“AS Roma is delighted to confirm the signing of Mario Rui Silva Duarte,” read a statement.
“Roma announce that terms have been agreed with Empoli FC for the player to join the club on loan until 30 June 2017.
“Roma will pay Empoli a fixed fee of €3 million, rising by up to €1.5 m in performance-related bonuses.
“The agreement includes a performance-related clause which, if triggered, will mean Roma must make the deal permanent by the start of the 2017-18 season for a fee of €6m.”
The 25-year-old Portuguese left-back spoke to Roma TV after the long-awaited move.
“I’ve joined one of the best clubs in the world so I’m feeling great. The first impressions are very positive. I hope to contribute and help the team to build on the work they did last season.”
He will wear the Number 22 jersey.
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