Roma director Thiago Pinto has confirmed Rick Karsdorp is leaving, while Chris Smalling is ready to sign a new contract with them
. The battle with the “Wolves of Rome” ended the day Jose Mourinho accused the footballer of betraying his team-mates in the media. Following the draw with Sassuolo,
The Giallorossi have been at the centre of transfer speculation in January. Especially as Rick Karsdorp has been frozen out of the squad and is not even on the bench yet again.
“We are working with his entourage to find a solution that can make both parties happy.”
Meanwhile, Roma are eager not to lose Smalling on a free transfer. As his current contract is due to expire on June 30. And there are many reports he is courted by Inter for next season.
“Smalling starts today, you will see how important he is for this team. Both us and the player want to continue together.”
The 33-year-old English defender arrived initially on loan from Manchester United in the summer of 2019 and then made it permanent for a total cost of €18m.
the Dutchman is expected to retire later this month. Having not even been name on the bench against AC Milan, Pinto admitted he was seeking a solution for Karsdorp.
“We are working with his agent. “To find a solution that satisfies everyone,” he told UFABET
. Pinto also spoke about the situation with Smalling, whose contract expires this summer: “Smalling started today. You can see how important he is to the team. Both our side and the players They all want to continue working together.”
Inter Milan are reportedly interested in signing Smalling. If the forward ends his contract with Roma at the end of the season.