Bournemouth have emerged as unlikely candidates in the race to sign AS Roma’s Nicolo Zaniolo.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Cherries are preparing a bid of around €30 million to try and prise him away from Italy. However, AC Milan are also in the race and have already discussed personal terms with the player’s camp.
Bournemouth have discussing a bid to sign Nicolò Zaniolo: €30m guaranteed fee plus add-ons and sell-on clause to AS Roma ??? #transfers @SkySport
AC Milan already discussed personal terms with Zaniolo’s camp in the last few days.
Player’s position/decision will be crucial. pic.twitter.com/DosYIZbgDi
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 26, 2023
The 23-year-old has asked Jose Mourinho and the Roma board to oversee his departure in this transfer window, which they have obliged to do should a suitable offer be sent their way.
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Tottenham Hotspur threw their names into the mix but were only willing to take Zaniolo on a loan deal until the end of the season, whereas the Serie A side are seeking a transfer fee for the player to leave permanently.
Bournemouth have now spotted their opportunity to offer Roma a fee close to what they want and secure the Italy international.
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