Shomurodov to Bologna opens up Belotti to Roma

Andrea Belotti may complete his free transfer to Roma once they finalise the loan departure of Eldor Shomurodov to Bologna.

The Giallorossi are building a strong project with Jose Mourinho in Rome and they’re looking to continue their impressive summer work. Roma have already signed Paulo Dybala, Zeki Celik, Nemanja Matic and Mile Svilar, and they’re also in talks with PSG’s Georginio Wijnaldum.

As reported by Calciomercato.com, Belotti is waiting to finalise a free transfer to Roma and Bologna’s work to sign Shomurodov on loan will open up his move. The Rossoblu are hoping to complete this deal early next week. 

Belotti is asking for a contract worth around €3m net per season but could lower his demands depending on the length of the contract and the add-ons. The fact that his wife is managing his affairs helps facilitate the deal, removing the often troublesome agent commissions.

The Italian striker is not keen on a move to Gennaro Gattuso’s Valencia, preferring instead to stay in Serie A.