In a significant development, Serie A dominators Roma have taken a substantial step towards securing the services of Atalanta's star striker, Duvan Zapata, as they successfully ironed out personal terms in their negotiations.
Reports have been rife about Roma's potential interest in not just Zapata, but also Luis Muriel from Atalanta.
However, insiders from Sky Italia have unveiled that the pendulum appears to be swinging towards a deal with Zapata, who previously plied his trade with Napoli. The negotiations between the club and the player have reached a harmonious accord.
The upcoming week could be pivotal, as Roma prepares to engage Atalanta in discussions, marking a crucial juncture in their quest to secure Zapata's signature.
Atalanta, for their part, are seeking an initial loan arrangement worth €3 million, but Roma's current offer stands at €2 million, coupled with a purchase option pegged at €7 million.
Behind the scenes, Atalanta's moves are not just about outgoing transfers. The club is making strides towards completing a transfer of their own - Milan's Charles de Ketelaere.
The deal edges closer to fruition, with negotiations underway and terms already settled with the Rossoneri.
Interestingly, the transfer window seems to be bustling for Roma on multiple fronts.
Besides their pursuit of Zapata, they have made significant headway in securing Renato Sanches and Leandro Paredes.
The club remains dedicated to finalizing these acquisitions, reflecting their ambitious aspirations for the season ahead.