Roma step up Mahrez talks

By Football Italia staff

Roma have set their sights on Leicester City talent Riyad Mahrez, but won’t reach the €50m (£43.7m) asking price.

According to Mediaset Premium, the Giallorossi have already agreed personal terms with the 26-year-old, who last season was voted Premier League Player of the Year.

However, the sticking point is represented by Leicester demanding €50m, approximately £43.7m.

So far the proposal appears to be closer to €30m.

Arsenal are among the other clubs to have been linked with Mahrez.

He is an Algeria international with eight goals in 32 senior caps.

Mahrez plays largely on the right wing, so would be effectively a replacement for Mohamed Salah.

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