Chelsea, Liverpool lead race to sign €45M Roman defender Ndiccka
Evan Ndicka has emerged this week as a £39m (£28 million) summer target for several Premier League clubs after delivering consistent performances in Serie A last season and emerging one of the most sought-after African powerhouses at his age, according to sources close to transfer negotiations; Chelsea are reportedly serious about signing Roma star while Liverpool have joined Tottenham Hotspur as they increase their efforts on Ndicka.
Key Points
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1Chelsea and Liverpool have joined Tottenham Hotspur's interest to sign Roma defender Evan Ndicca during the next transfer window.
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2Multiple Premier League clubs are considering a £39m deal for Ndickia due to his consistent scoring record of four goals in Serie A this season.
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3Tottenham is prioritizing defensive improvements after recent poor performances, while Liverpool aims deep into European competitions with their current fifth-place standing.
Developments
Chelsea and Liverpool are both serious about signing Roma defender Evan Ndiaka as he enters his contract's final two years in July amid reports that a deal could be worth 40 million euros if the struggling club needs money for balance sheet reasons after failing to qualify for Champions League competition.
Liverpool has joined a competitive transfer race for Roma defender Evan Ndicka, with interest also coming from Barcelona (long-term), Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United, Bayern Munich. Reports indicate that financial obligations linked to UEFA agreements may force the Italian club's hand before June ends as clubs prepare offers exceeding €45 million (£39m).
Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur have joined Manchester United in bidding for AS Roma defender Evan Ndicka at €45 million as they seek defensive reinforcement under new managers or to address structural gaps. While Roman officials prefer retaining the player, UEFA-related financial pressures are pushing them toward a sale despite previously rejecting Al Nassr's offer of £39m and considering bids exceeding their current valuation.