Sampdoria close to Ramirez deal

Sampdoria are believed to be close to a €9m plus bonuses deal for Middlesbrough’s Gaston Ramirez.

The attacking midfielder has previous Serie A experience, having spent two seasons with Bologna before a €15m move to Southampton.

According to Gianluca Di Marzio’s website, the Blucerchiati have had an offer accepted for €9m plus another €2m in bonuses, taking the total value to €11m [£9.8m].

Sampdoria are believed to be close to a €9m plus bonuses deal for Middlesbrough’s Gaston Ramirez.

The attacking midfielder has previous Serie A experience, having spent two seasons with Bologna before a €15m move to Southampton.

According to Gianluca Di Marzio’s website, the Blucerchiati have had an offer accepted for €9m plus another €2m in bonuses, taking the total value to €11m [£9.8m].

The Uruguayan international is expected to arrive in Italy tomorrow to complete the move, following Boro’s relegation from the English Premier League last season.