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Roma could revive Leweling interest in January as Stuttgart lower asking price

Last summer, Jamie Leweling was linked with a move away from VfB Stuttgart, but he ultimately stayed put after the German side rejected a €35 million offer plus bonuses from AS Roma shortly before t...

Roma could revive Leweling interest in January as Stuttgart lower asking price

AS Roma are setting a condition for signing Barcelona's out-of-favor defender Alejandro Balde in January. Spanish publication SPORT reports that the Italian club is examining a paid loan with an obligation to buy deal for the left-back as they seek funds for squad reinforcements. The key condition for the potential deal is AS Roma's qualification for next season's Champions League.

Barça's academy graduate Balde's situation has garnered interest due to the Catalan club's assessment of transfer market options, with signing a central defender among Flick's priorities. However, Barcelona valuing the defender at €40 million makes a permanent sale a challenging proposition. Roma aim to make the operation financially feasible by securing Balde on loan first, with the purchase obligation triggered if they qualify for the Champions League.

This arrangement could also allow Barcelona to generate revenue through a future permanent transfer. Juventus, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Manchester United, Manchester City, Tottenham, and Monaco are among the other clubs showing interest in Balde.

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