Man United courtship of €40m Roma star 'at advanced stage'
Soccernews.nl claim that Strootman’s agents are discussing a move to Old Trafford with Ed Woodward, and that talks are “at an advanced stage” over a €40 million deal.
Strootman came close to signing for the Red Devils in 2013, but ended up moving to Roma instead, his strong maiden season being cut short by a tragic knee injury, which resurfaced again the following year.
The Gazzetta had reported a few days ago that Inter themselves had a €40 million bid ready for the 27-year-old, who has scored three goals and provided as many assists in Serie A action this season.
Strootman has less than 18 months left in his contract with Roma, and despite months’ worth of negotiations the two sides have yet to find an agreement.
The Dutchman has made 32 appearances for his country, scoring three times. His tragic ACL tear kept him away from the 2014 World Cup, where his countrymen went far.
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