Roma have reopened talks with Inter over a move for Luis Henrique, with the versatile Brazilian seen as a way to solve two problems at once for Gian Piero Gasperini’s side.
According to Tuttomercatoweb, Roma’s priority is a wing-back capable of covering the full width of the pitch, alongside an attacking option to add to their rotation in the number 10 role.
With Gasperini and sporting director Tony D’Amico working with limited resources after already investing heavily this summer, and unable to fund two major deals without significant departures, alternative targets Malick Fofana and Alessio Cacciamani have reportedly slipped down the list, with Lyon and Torino both holding out for fees Roma consider too high.
Luis Henrique’s versatility offers a two-for-one solution for Roma
Luis Henrique, who arrived at Inter from Marseille last summer for €25m, can play both as a wing-back and just behind the attack, making him an option who covers multiple roles rather than requiring two separate signings.
His first season in Serie A was unspectacular but far from a disaster, and gave him time to adjust to Italian football after his time in France.
He’s also reportedly softened his initial reluctance to leave Milan, having accepted that he currently sits behind Inter’s other wide options, with new signing Djed Spence pushing him further down the pecking order.
The clubs remain apart on structure and price: Inter want a loan with an obligation to buy at a valuation of around €28-30m, while Roma are pushing for an option to buy, or an obligation tied to specific conditions, at a total outlay closer to €24-25m.
