The Giallorossi are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for a fresh right flank. Roma's interest in Nottingham Forest full back Savona, as exclus...
The Giallorossi are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for a fresh right flank. Roma's interest in Nottingham Forest full back Savona, as exclusively broken by GoalZaza, represents a fascinating pivot in their summer recruitment. It is a move that speaks volumes about the club's desire for athleticism and tactical flexibility in the wide areas.Let's be honest, the right back slot has been a problem position for some time now. Too often last season, Roma found themselves exposed in transitional play, with opposing wingers allowed to cut inside unchallenged. Savona, by contrast, offers a different profile. He is a defender who thrives on aggressive recovery runs and possesses the stamina to bomb forward and back across a full ninety minutes. The question for Daniele De Rossi is whether that raw energy can be refined into consistent Premier League level decision making in the final third.What makes this story particularly compelling is the financial chasm between the two leagues. Nottingham Forest paid a hefty fee to bring Savona to the City Ground, and they will be loath to take a loss on an asset with resale potential. Roma, operating under their typical budget constraints, will need to be creative. A loan with an option to buy appears the most likely route, though the Premier League side may prefer a straight cash sale to balance their own books. This could be a long old negotiation.From a fan's perspective, this is the sort of clever low risk gamble that can pay off handsomely. Savona is not a marquee name, but he fits the profile of a player who can grow into a system. If he can adapt to Serie A's more methodical defensive structures and stop relying purely on his physicality, Roma might just have found their right back for the next four years. If not, it is a deal that can be forgotten by next summer. That is the sort of smart, pragmatic business that keeps a club competitive without breaking the bank.For now, the ball is in Forest's court. Savona's camp are understood to be open to the switch, but the numbers must add up. This is one to watch closely as the window heats up.
