Nikola Krstovic gives availability to Roma
The Giallorossi are on the look-out for a reliable back-up option to Artem Dovbyk.
With Tammy Abraham gone and Eldor Shomurodov linked with an imminent departure, Roma have set their sights on Lecce's Nikola Krstovic.
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According to Leggo, the Montenegrin forward is currently Roma's top objective for the attack.
The player has already given his full availability to negotiate with Roma after turning down a move to Leeds United.
Roma are planning to propose a loan with obligation to buy to Lecce, with the possibility of including two Primavera players in the final deal.
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