CM: Milan reach agreement in principle with Roma over defender including discount

AC Milan and Roma are in the final stages of negotiations concerning the full-back’s permanent move, according to a report.

The latest from Calciomercato.com confirms that the discussions between Milan and Roma for the permanent signing of Florenzi by the Rossoneri is close to completion as there is a basis of understanding between the clubs which will be finalised in the next few hours.

Directors Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara already secured a €4.5m option to buy last summer when the initial loan was agreed, but after talks with the Giallorossi they were able to obtain a sizeable discount that could nearly half that figure.

The report claims that a fee of between €2.5m and €3m (including bonuses) should be the final price and it is good news for both Stefano Pioli – who is a great admirer of his experience and versatility – as well as Florenzi, who has always reiterated his desire to remain.