Walter Sabatini

Radja Nainggolan celebrates with teammates after scoring in the Serie A match between Roma and Napoli on April 25, 2016
Walter Sabatini: 'Radja Nainggolan wants Roma stay'
Roma sporting director Walter Sabatini claims that Chelsea target Radja Nainggolan "wants to stay" with the Italian club this summer.
21:42
Belgium's forward Radja Nainggolan (R) vies with Israel's forward Tomer Hemed (L) during the Euro 2016 qualifying football match between Belgium and Israel, at the King Baudouin Stadium, on October 13, 2015
Report: Chelsea open Radja Nainggolan contract negotiations
The agent of Radja Nainggolan has reportedly met with Chelsea officials over a potential summer switch from Roma for the Belgium midfielder.
Apr 8, 22:18
 Gaetano Letizia (L) and Simone Romagnoli of Carpi FC celebrate victory at the end of the Serie A match between Genoa CFC and Carpi FC at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on November 29, 2015 in Genoa, Italy.
Walter Sabatini: 'We should all share Roma blame, not just Rudi Garcia'
Roma sporting director Walter Sabatini insists that the whole club should share the blame for their recent run of poor results after falling to defeat against Atalanta BC.
Nov 29, 20:31
Napoli's Slovakian midfielder Marek Hamsik (R) celebrates after scoring his team's second goal with his team-mates during the UEFA Europa League first-leg quarter-final football match on April 16, 2015
Aurelio De Laurentiis: 'Juventus wanted Marek Hamsik'
Napoli's president claims that Italian champions Juventus tabled a bid for captain Marek Hamsik in the summer.
Sep 1, 21:19
Roma's Serbian forward Adem Ljajic celebrates after scoring during the UEFA Europa League round of 32 match Feyenoord vs AS Roma in Rotterdam on February 26, 2015
Aston Villa in Adem Ljajic discussions?
Aston Villa reportedly open talks with Roma over a move for Serbian international midfielder Adem Ljajic.
Aug 25, 13:17
Federico Balzaretti of AS Roma in action during the Serie A match between AS Roma and US Citta di Palermo at Stadio Olimpico on May 31, 2015 in Rome, Italy.
Federico Balzaretti retires from football, aged 33
Roma defender Federico Balzaretti announces his retirement from football at the age of 33 due to a long-term hip injury.
Aug 12, 16:44
Thomas Vermaelen in action for Barcelona B on September 24, 2014
Roma rule out move for Thomas Vermaelen?
Serie A club Roma rule out a potential move for Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen, according to a report.
Aug 11, 19:59
Alessio Romagnoli of AS Roma in action during the pre-season friendly match between AS Roma and Fenerbache SK at Stadio Olimpico on August 19, 2014
Alessio Romagnoli completes AC Milan move
Italy Under-21 defender Alessio Romagnoli joins AC Milan on a five-year deal from rivals Roma.
Aug 11, 19:12
Liverpool's Spanish defender Alberto Moreno celebrates scoring their third goal during the English Premier League football match against Tottenham Hotspur on August 31, 2014
Liverpool's Alberto Moreno heading to Roma?
Roma's sporting director Walter Sabatini is in the UK to launch a move for Liverpool's Alberto Moreno, according to reports.
Jul 17, 19:49
Mohamed Salah of Chelsea in action duing the pre season friendly match between Wycombe Wanderers and Chelsea at Adams Park on July 16, 2014
Mohamed Salah holds talks with Roma?
Chelsea forward Mohamed Salah has met with Roma to discuss a transfer to the Serie A club, according to a report.
Jul 17, 16:42
Edin Dzeko #10 and Stevan Jovetic #35 of Manchester City celebrate a goal by Jovetic during the first half of the International Champions Cup match against the Olympiacos on August 2, 2014
Manchester City 'ready to sell Edin Dzeko, Stevan Jovetic'
Manchester City are reportedly prepared to sell Edin Dzeko and Stevan Jovetic after agreeing a deal for Raheem Sterling.
Jul 14, 02:53
Manchester City's Spanish midfielder David Silva and Manchester City's Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko celebrate after Dzeko scores their first goal during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Manchester City at the Anfield stadium i
Roma close in on £15m Edin Dzeko deal?
Italian outfit Roma are reportedly close to sealing a £15m move to bring 29-year-old Manchester City frontman Edin Dzeko to Serie A during the summer transfer window.
Jul 13, 00:42
Manchester City's Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko celebrates after scoring his team's third goal during the English Premier League football match between Manchester City and Newcastle at the The Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England on February 21,
Roma open Edin Dzeko talks with Manchester City?
Roma are understood to have opened negotiations with Manchester City over a £14.1m move for striker Edin Dzeko.
Jul 7, 16:44
Edin Dzeko of Manchester City scores his sides fifth goal during the Capital One Cup Third Round match between Manchester City and Sheffield Wednesday at the Etihad Stadium on September 24, 2014
Roma confirm Edin Dzeko interest
Roma sporting director Walter Sabatini reveals that the club is trying to sign striker Edin Dzeko from Manchester City.
Jul 4, 13:06
Paris Saint-Germain's Swedish midfielder Zlatan Ibrahimovic (L) vies with Marseille's French defender Jeremy Morel during the French L1 football match between Marseille (OM) and Paris (PSG) on April 5, 2015
Roma deny Zlatan Ibrahimovic interest
Roma chief Walter Sabatini says that signing PSG striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic represents a "foolish investment".
Jun 26, 14:41
Schalke's midfielder Kevin Prince Boateng celebrates after they scored during the German first division Bundesliga football match FC Schalke 04 v Borussia Moenchengladbach in Gelsenkirchen, western Germany on February 6, 2015
Galatasaray, Roma interested in Kevin-Prince Boateng?
Schalke 04 midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng is attracting interest from Galatasaray and Roma, according to reports.
Jun 18, 05:20
James Milner of Manchester City wcores his team's second goal during the Barclays Premier League match against Leicester City on March 4, 2015
Roma eyeing move for James Milner?
Roma are reportedly prepared to offer Manchester City's James Milner a £100,000-per-week contract to make a switch to Serie A in the summer.
Mar 8, 21:32
AS Roma's Bosnian midfielder Miralem Pjanic celebrates after scoring against Parma during the Serie A football match between AS Roma and Parma in Rome's Olympic Stadium on April 2, 2014
Roma demand £37m from Liverpool for Miralem Pjanic?
Roma reportedly tell Liverpool that they will need to pay a club-record fee of £37m to sign Miralem Pjanic in the summer.
Feb 17, 08:36
AS Roma French coach Rudi Garcia gestures during their Italian Serie A football match against Sampdoria in Rome's Olympic stadium on February 16, 2014
Walter Sabatini: 'Rudi Garcia will not leave Roma'
Roma's sporting director Walter Sabatini insists that Rudi Garcia will not be leaving the club in the near future.
Feb 4, 19:27
Roma's defender Davide Astori celebrates after scoring during the Serie A football match Udinese vs AS Roma at 'Stadio Friuli' in Udine on January 6, 2015
Walter Sabatini: 'No signings for Roma'
Roma director of football Walter Sabatini insists that the club will not be making any signings during January's transfer window.
Jan 16, 22:24
Kevin Strootman of AS Roma competes for the ball with Guarin of FC Internazionale Milano during the Serie A match between AS Roma and FC Internazionale Milano at Stadio Olimpico on March 1, 2014
Roma: Kevin Strootman to Manchester United "just not happening"
Roma owner James Pallotta insists that Kevin Strootman's reported move to Manchester United is "just not happening".
Oct 8, 23:18
Kevin Strootman of AS Roma competes for the ball with Guarin of FC Internazionale Milano during the Serie A match between AS Roma and FC Internazionale Milano at Stadio Olimpico on March 1, 2014
Walter Sabatini hits out at "lavish" Kevin Strootman transfer rumours
Roma sporting director Walter Sabatini insists that "lavish" transfer rumours "from England" regarding midfielder Kevin Strootman are untrue.
Oct 2, 18:21
Paris Saint-Germain's French midfielder Adrien Rabiot passes the ball during the French L1 football match between Paris Saint-Germain and Toulouse on September 27, 2013
Roma confirm Adrien Rabiot interest
Roma chief Walter Sabatini confirms an interest in signing PSG midfielder Adrien Rabiot.
Sep 11, 22:45
Kevin Strootman of AS Roma in action during the Serie A match between UC Sampdoria and AS Roma at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on September 25, 2013
Roma dismiss Kevin Strootman rumours
Roma chief Walter Sabatini moves to play down rumours linking Kevin Strootman with a January move to Manchester United.
Sep 11, 19:15
Mehdi Benatia of AS Roma in action during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and AS Roma at Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia on December 1, 2013
James Pallotta: Mehdi Benatia told "outright lies"
Roma chief James Pallotta brands Mehdi Benatia as "poisonous" following the Moroccan's comments about being sold against his wishes to Bayern Munich.
Sep 9, 05:22
Mehdi Benatia of AS Roma in action during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and AS Roma at Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia on December 1, 2013
Manchester United make £24m bid for Roma's Mehdi Benatia?
Manchester United reportedly make a £24m bid for Roma's Moroccan international Mehdi Benatia in an attempt to fend off rival clubs also seeking his signature.
Aug 17, 06:53
AS Roma's forward Mattia Destro celebrates his third goal during the Italian Serie A football match between Cagliari vs AS Roma on April 6, 2014
Report: Tottenham Hotspur in Mattia Destro talks
Roma striker Mattia Destro is reportedly a transfer target of Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report.
Aug 16, 00:28
Mehdi Benatia of AS Roma in action during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and AS Roma at Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia on December 1, 2013
Roma want £50m for Mehdi Benatia
Roma sporting director Walter Sabatini says that the club values defender Mehdi Benatia at £50m.
May 31, 13:11
Romelu Lukaku of Everton celebrates scoring their second goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Newcastle United and Everton at St James' Park on March 25, 2014
Roma 'join race to sign Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku'
Roma are linked with Everton and Tottenham Hotspur target Romelu Lukaku.
Apr 30, 23:34
Tottenham Hotspur's Jan Vertonghen in action during a friendly match against Swindon on July 16, 2013
Roma linked with summer swoop for Jan Vertonghen
Roma are the latest club to be linked with Tottenham Hotspur star Jan Vertonghen.
Apr 24, 00:07
Miralem Pjanic of AS Roma in action during the pre-season friendly match between Ternana Calcio and AS Roma at Stadio Libero Liberati on August 17, 2013
Roma reject Miralem Pjanic offers
Walter Sabatini says that Roma have turned down a number of bids for Miralem Pjanic.
Jan 6, 14:33
Paris Saint-Germain's Argentinian midfielder Javier Pastore runs with the ball during the football match between Nantes and Paris Saint-Germain on August 25, 2013
Javier Pastore nears Roma move?
Paris Saint-Germain playmaker Javier Pastore could make a loan move to Roma in January, according to reports from France.
Dec 31, 11:24
AS Roma's Brazilian midfielder Marquinho gestures during the Italian Serie A football match between AS Roma and Sassuolo at Rome's Olympic stadium on November 10, 2013
Agent: 'Marquinho not joining Inter Milan'
Marquinho's agent denies that the player is poised to join Inter Milan in January.
Dec 4, 14:15
Paris Saint-Germain's Argentinian midfielder Javier Pastore runs with the ball during the football match between Nantes and Paris Saint-Germain on August 25, 2013
Roma eye Javier Pastore loan?
Roma reportedly want Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Javier Pastore on loan when the transfer window opens in January.
Nov 18, 14:26
Roma's Erik Lamela in action against Bursaspor Kulubu during a friendly match on July 21, 2013
Roma director: 'Erik Lamela sale painful'
Roma director Walter Sabatini reveals that an unnamed Italian club failed to sign Erik Lamela early this summer, with Tottenham Hotspur picking up the pieces.
Sep 13, 14:30
Roma's Erik Lamela in action against Bursaspor Kulubu during a friendly match on July 21, 2013
Report: Roma considering £30m bid from Tottenham Hotspur for Erik Lamela
Tottenham are making plans for life after Gareth Bale and have reportedly lodged a £30m bid for Roma starlet Erik Lamela, an offer that is under consideration by the Serie A club.
Aug 21, 01:40
Roma's Miralem Pjanic on December 8, 2012
Tottenham Hotspur make Miralem Pjanic enquiry
Tottenham Hotspur director of football Franco Baldini calls former club Roma to ask about Miralem Pjanic, according to reports.
Aug 10, 00:08
Roma's Erik Lamela celebrates a goal against Milan on December 22, 2012
Erik Lamela opens Roma contract talks?
Roma begin contract talks with Argentine starlet Erik Lamela in an effort to fend off interest from Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report.
Aug 5, 13:09
Ivory Coast's Gervinho celebrates scoring the opening goal in the Africa Cup of Nations match against Tunisia on January 26, 2013
Roma director Walter Sabatini holds Gervinho talks?
Roma director Walter Sabatini is filmed arriving in London, reportedly ahead of a meeting with Arsenal over the transfer of Ivory Coast winger Gervinho.
Aug 2, 15:40
Yao Gervinho
Report: Roma open Gervinho talks with Arsenal
Roma begin negotiations with Arsenal for Ivory Coast international Gervinho.
Jul 26, 04:19
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5Manchester UnitedMan Utd35179943311260
6West Ham UnitedWest Ham351514660431759
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