Roma keeping tabs on Partizan Belgrade defender Stefan Savic

AS Roma are keeping tabs on Partizan Belgrade defender Stefan Savic.

The 19 year-old is already a full Montenegro international and won this year's Young Player of the Year award.

Roma chief Daniele Prade is keeping tabs on Savic with the view to bringing him to Italy over the next 12 months.

The Giallorossi would prefer a June deal, but are prepared to bid for Savic in January should other clubs enter the fray.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Matteo Brighi signs new Roma contract

Matteo Brighi has agreed terms over a new contract with AS Roma.

The midfielder has settled on a new four-year deal with Roma after months of negotiations.

Roma announced the agreement last night, with the deal worth €2.3 million-a-year to Brighi.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Roma to move for Benfica defender Luisao in January

AS Roma are being linked with a new move for Benfica defender Luisao.

The experienced Brazil international is inside the final 12 months of his current deal and A Bola says Roma plan to move for the player in January.

The 29 year-old's arrival at Roma would signal the end of the line for Philippe Mexes, who is already concerned about his Giallorossi future following Nicolas Burdisso's signing.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Ranieri does not expect Italy return for Roma captain Totti

AS Roma coach Claudio Ranieri can't see Francesco Totti ending his international retirement.

Sampdoria star Antonio Cassano has called for Totti to join him in the Italy team.

But Ranieri says: “Cassano is one of the last artists in football, he is a wonderful player who still has much to give.

“Francesco, though, has now closed his time with La Nazionale and thinks only about Roma”.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Roma coach Ranieri shrugs off contract delays

AS Roma coach Claudio Ranieri has shrugged off delays over his new contract signing.

Ranieri was expected to put pen to paper before the start of the season.

"There is no urgency for me to renew,” explained Ranieri. “I never thought about the national bench because Rome is my city, there is a plan here and I am proud that the Sensi family has called me. Therefore, I want to continue this project with Roma."

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Conti assures Mexes of place in Roma plans

AS Roma management have moved to assure Philippe Mexes of his place in coach Claudio Ranieri's plans.

Mexes has again expressed doubts over his future following the arrival of fellow defender Nicolas Burdisso from Inter Milan.

“Philippe is a great person and we have already discussed his contract renewal a couple of times, but he said he wants to wait,” said director Bruno Conti.

“Let it be clear we have no intention of losing the player, as we consider him to be a crucial element of the squad.

“Daniele Prad? calls his agent every day to find an agreement. We’ll meet up again over the next few days.”

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Roma president Sensi refuses to give up on West Ham midfielder Behrami

AS Roma president Rosella Sensi admits they remain keen on West Ham United midfielder Valon Behrami.

Roma were looking to sign the Swiss star from Upton Park, but couldn't match the Hammers' demands.

“Behrami is an important player,” Sensi told Centrosuonosport.

“We did want him but unfortunately the deal could not be sealed. We had to keep our balance.

“I don't know whether we will sign him or not, but never say never.”

Click here for the best West Ham United coverage on the 'net. All your Hammers news and gossip in one spot.

 Mexes casts doubt on long-term Roma future

Philippe Mexes has again cast doubt on his long-term future with AS Roma.

The signing of Inter Milan defender Nicolas Burdisso has Mexes concerned over his playing chances.

“Burdisso has returned to Roma and it's obvious that the competition has increased,” Mexes said.

“I risk playing little and my contract is set to expire. Right now, I am seriously considering if it's worth prolonging it.

“If I don't get any space in the first half of the season, I could also think about not renewing it. A lot will depend on Blanc's decisions.

“If I were to be in his plans, I would be forced to make a decision - leaving Roma to play or staying in the capital where I have been for a very long time.

“I have to consider many things, like for example, the fact I am 28 and I want to play for France at Euro 2012 and the 2014 World Cup.”

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 Roma captain Totti rules out coaching

Francesco Totti has no idea what he'll do when he hangs up the boots at AS Roma.

Totti retired from the Italy squad after the World Cup in 2006, but is still going strong in Serie A.

He said: “I have never considered what I’ll do when I retire. I don’t even dream of it at night. I still feel like a football player.

“The day I realise I’m not myself anymore and can no longer do on the pitch what I can do now, then I’ll be the first to throw in the towel.

“I don’t want to end up on the bench, the kind of person who plays 10 games per season. As soon as I feel that I am no longer Totti, I’ll step aside from everything.

“Of course, I hope that doesn’t happen for a long time.”

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 Preziosi admits Genoa could have signed Roma midfielder Baptista

Genoa president Enrico Preziosi admits they passed on the chance of signing AS Roma midfielder Julio Baptista.

The Rossoblu were the kings of the transfer market with a series of big summer signings, but there were almost even more.

Preziosi said: “On the afternoon of deadline day we had the option of picking up Baptista from Roma, but overall I think we did what we wanted to within our capabilities.”

 Roma captain Totti not thinking of retirement

AS Roma captain Francesco Totti insists he has no thoughts of retirement.

The Roma legend is now 34 and has been linked with Inter, Real Madrid and Manchester United, but will see out his career with his hometown club.

“I never regretted staying in my city and the team I always supported,” he told La Repubblica newspaper.

“It wasn’t easy, as there are pros and cons to this situation. I have the advantage of knowing everything, down to every blade of grass, of this environment.

“I also have the disadvantage of always being the centre of attention. But I am proud of my choice, which was made with the heart and the head.”

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 Behrami: West Ham can count on my commitment

Valon Behrami insists he won't be found wanting for West Ham United, despite not getting his move to AS Roma this week.

The 25-year-old especially wants to repay the supporters who have appreciated his whole-hearted approach since he first signed from S.S. Lazio two years ago.

"After the transfer window was closed," he told whufc.com. "Everything was OK for me. I am concentrating 100 per cent to give this club good results. There is nothing more in my head.

"In the last three weeks, the manager and the chairman have both helped me a lot because they understood the situation. Of course in football, there is the business side as well. We didn't find the right solution for the club and for me.

"I now just want to try to help everyone here, the people who have helped me with a difficult moment [in my life]. Now we as a team are in a difficult moment and I give everything.

"I feel that the fans understand my situation and they will help me like they did in my first two years at West Ham. And they will also do that for the third year. They know I try to give 100 per cent, sometimes it was good, sometimes not - but if we are all together I feel we can do something good this year."

Need your West Ham news fix? Click here for all Hammers news and transfer rumours.

 Fabio Zambrela returns to Newcastle after Roma spell

Fabio Zambrela has slipped quietly back to Newcastle United.

The Evening Chronicle says Italian striker Zambrela is now back at United after a loan stint with AS Roma last season.

Zambrela was signed during the controversial Dennis Wise era.

Need your Newcastle United news fix? Click here for all Toon news and transfer rumours.

 Agent: Man City boss Mancini wanted Roma signing Borriello

The agent of AC Milan striker Marco Borriello has revealed the interest of Manchester City.

Borriello signed on-loan with AS Roma on transfer deadline day this week.

"It could have ended differently," said Borriello's agent Tiberio Cavalleri to Corriere dello Sport.

"On Monday, I had a call from (Manchester City coach Roberto) Mancini saying he wanted the player (Borriello) to go to Manchester City.

"On Tuesday, Real Madrid made an approach but then (Real's Karim) Benzema said no to (a move to) Marseille and that's when Roma came into the picture."

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 Behrami admits he was ready to leave West Ham

West Ham United midfielder Valon Behrami admits he was ready to return to Italy this week.

The Swiss star held talks with AS Roma - but the Italian club were unable to sell players to raise the funds.

Behrami, 25, said: "I am disappointed the deal failed to go through - that is for certain.

"Avram Grant gave me his permission to speak with Roma.

"But he also said he needs me, with West Ham bottom of the table.

"I'm sure I'll still get to play for them."

Need your West Ham news fix? Click here for all Hammers news and transfer rumours.

 Roma keeping tabs on Partizan Belgrade defender Stefan Savic

AS Roma are keeping tabs on Partizan Belgrade defender Stefan Savic.

The 19 year-old is already a full Montenegro international and won this year's Young Player of the Year award.

Roma chief Daniele Prade is keeping tabs on Savic with the view to bringing him to Italy over the next 12 months.

The Giallorossi would prefer a June deal, but are prepared to bid for Savic in January should other clubs enter the fray.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Matteo Brighi signs new Roma contract

Matteo Brighi has agreed terms over a new contract with AS Roma.

The midfielder has settled on a new four-year deal with Roma after months of negotiations.

Roma announced the agreement last night, with the deal worth €2.3 million-a-year to Brighi.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Roma to move for Benfica defender Luisao in January

AS Roma are being linked with a new move for Benfica defender Luisao.

The experienced Brazil international is inside the final 12 months of his current deal and A Bola says Roma plan to move for the player in January.

The 29 year-old's arrival at Roma would signal the end of the line for Philippe Mexes, who is already concerned about his Giallorossi future following Nicolas Burdisso's signing.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Ranieri does not expect Italy return for Roma captain Totti

AS Roma coach Claudio Ranieri can't see Francesco Totti ending his international retirement.

Sampdoria star Antonio Cassano has called for Totti to join him in the Italy team.

But Ranieri says: “Cassano is one of the last artists in football, he is a wonderful player who still has much to give.

“Francesco, though, has now closed his time with La Nazionale and thinks only about Roma”.

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Roma coach Ranieri shrugs off contract delays

AS Roma coach Claudio Ranieri has shrugged off delays over his new contract signing.

Ranieri was expected to put pen to paper before the start of the season.

"There is no urgency for me to renew,” explained Ranieri. “I never thought about the national bench because Rome is my city, there is a plan here and I am proud that the Sensi family has called me. Therefore, I want to continue this project with Roma."

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Conti assures Mexes of place in Roma plans

AS Roma management have moved to assure Philippe Mexes of his place in coach Claudio Ranieri's plans.

Mexes has again expressed doubts over his future following the arrival of fellow defender Nicolas Burdisso from Inter Milan.

“Philippe is a great person and we have already discussed his contract renewal a couple of times, but he said he wants to wait,” said director Bruno Conti.

“Let it be clear we have no intention of losing the player, as we consider him to be a crucial element of the squad.

“Daniele Prad? calls his agent every day to find an agreement. We’ll meet up again over the next few days.”

Click here for the best AS Roma coverage on the 'net. All your Giallorossi news and gossip in one spot.

 Roma president Sensi refuses to give up on West Ham midfielder Behrami

AS Roma president Rosella Sensi admits they remain keen on West Ham United midfielder Valon Behrami.

Roma were looking to sign the Swiss star from Upton Park, but couldn't match the Hammers' demands.

“Behrami is an important player,” Sensi told Centrosuonosport.

“We did want him but unfortunately the deal could not be sealed. We had to keep our balance.

“I don't know whether we will sign him or not, but never say never.”

Click here for the best West Ham United coverage on the 'net. All your Hammers news and gossip in one spot.

 Mexes casts doubt on long-term Roma future

Philippe Mexes has again cast doubt on his long-term future with AS Roma.

The signing of Inter Milan defender Nicolas Burdisso has Mexes concerned over his playing chances.

“Burdisso has returned to Roma and it's obvious that the competition has increased,” Mexes said.

“I risk playing little and my contract is set to expire. Right now, I am seriously considering if it's worth prolonging it.

“If I don't get any space in the first half of the season, I could also think about not renewing it. A lot will depend on Blanc's decisions.

“If I were to be in his plans, I would be forced to make a decision - leaving Roma to play or staying in the capital where I have been for a very long time.

“I have to consider many things, like for example, the fact I am 28 and I want to play for France at Euro 2012 and the 2014 World Cup.”

Need your AS Roma news fix? Click here for all Roma news, transfer rumours and gossip.

 Roma captain Totti rules out coaching

Francesco Totti has no idea what he'll do when he hangs up the boots at AS Roma.

Totti retired from the Italy squad after the World Cup in 2006, but is still going strong in Serie A.

He said: “I have never considered what I’ll do when I retire. I don’t even dream of it at night. I still feel like a football player.

“The day I realise I’m not myself anymore and can no longer do on the pitch what I can do now, then I’ll be the first to throw in the towel.

“I don’t want to end up on the bench, the kind of person who plays 10 games per season. As soon as I feel that I am no longer Totti, I’ll step aside from everything.

“Of course, I hope that doesn’t happen for a long time.”

Need your AS Roma news fix? Click here for all Roma news, transfer rumours and gossip.

 Preziosi admits Genoa could have signed Roma midfielder Baptista

Genoa president Enrico Preziosi admits they passed on the chance of signing AS Roma midfielder Julio Baptista.

The Rossoblu were the kings of the transfer market with a series of big summer signings, but there were almost even more.

Preziosi said: “On the afternoon of deadline day we had the option of picking up Baptista from Roma, but overall I think we did what we wanted to within our capabilities.”

 Roma captain Totti not thinking of retirement

AS Roma captain Francesco Totti insists he has no thoughts of retirement.

The Roma legend is now 34 and has been linked with Inter, Real Madrid and Manchester United, but will see out his career with his hometown club.

“I never regretted staying in my city and the team I always supported,” he told La Repubblica newspaper.

“It wasn’t easy, as there are pros and cons to this situation. I have the advantage of knowing everything, down to every blade of grass, of this environment.

“I also have the disadvantage of always being the centre of attention. But I am proud of my choice, which was made with the heart and the head.”

Need your AS Roma news fix? Click here for all Roma news, transfer rumours and gossip.

 Behrami: West Ham can count on my commitment

Valon Behrami insists he won't be found wanting for West Ham United, despite not getting his move to AS Roma this week.

The 25-year-old especially wants to repay the supporters who have appreciated his whole-hearted approach since he first signed from S.S. Lazio two years ago.

"After the transfer window was closed," he told whufc.com. "Everything was OK for me. I am concentrating 100 per cent to give this club good results. There is nothing more in my head.

"In the last three weeks, the manager and the chairman have both helped me a lot because they understood the situation. Of course in football, there is the business side as well. We didn't find the right solution for the club and for me.

"I now just want to try to help everyone here, the people who have helped me with a difficult moment [in my life]. Now we as a team are in a difficult moment and I give everything.

"I feel that the fans understand my situation and they will help me like they did in my first two years at West Ham. And they will also do that for the third year. They know I try to give 100 per cent, sometimes it was good, sometimes not - but if we are all together I feel we can do something good this year."

Need your West Ham news fix? Click here for all Hammers news and transfer rumours.

 Fabio Zambrela returns to Newcastle after Roma spell

Fabio Zambrela has slipped quietly back to Newcastle United.

The Evening Chronicle says Italian striker Zambrela is now back at United after a loan stint with AS Roma last season.

Zambrela was signed during the controversial Dennis Wise era.

Need your Newcastle United news fix? Click here for all Toon news and transfer rumours.

 Agent: Man City boss Mancini wanted Roma signing Borriello

The agent of AC Milan striker Marco Borriello has revealed the interest of Manchester City.

Borriello signed on-loan with AS Roma on transfer deadline day this week.

"It could have ended differently," said Borriello's agent Tiberio Cavalleri to Corriere dello Sport.

"On Monday, I had a call from (Manchester City coach Roberto) Mancini saying he wanted the player (Borriello) to go to Manchester City.

"On Tuesday, Real Madrid made an approach but then (Real's Karim) Benzema said no to (a move to) Marseille and that's when Roma came into the picture."

Need your Manchester City news fix? Click here for all City news and transfer rumours.

 Behrami admits he was ready to leave West Ham

West Ham United midfielder Valon Behrami admits he was ready to return to Italy this week.

The Swiss star held talks with AS Roma - but the Italian club were unable to sell players to raise the funds.

Behrami, 25, said: "I am disappointed the deal failed to go through - that is for certain.

"Avram Grant gave me his permission to speak with Roma.

"But he also said he needs me, with West Ham bottom of the table.

"I'm sure I'll still get to play for them."

Need your West Ham news fix? Click here for all Hammers news and transfer rumours.

 

AS Roma (also known as Associazione Sportiva Roma or Roma) is a professional Italian football club which is based in Rome, Italy. AS Roma was founded in 1927 and has played in the top tier of the Italian football since then.

AS Roma home games are played at the Stadio Olimpico stadium which is also used by the rivals, Lazio. The Stadio olimpico stadium is the second largest of its kind in Italy with a capacity of nearly 75,000 seats (the largest stadium is San Siro).

AS Roma won Serie A for the first time in the 1941/42 season, AS Roma has also won Serie A in the 1982/83 and 2000/01 seasons. AS Roma has won more than 8 Coppa Italia titles and several Italian Super Cups. In the 80's, AS Roma reached high league rankinghs which they had not touched since the '40s when AS Roma finished as runners-up to juventus in the 1980/81 season. In the 1982/83 football season, AS Roma won the title for the first time in 41 years. In the following years, AS Roma has finished in the 3rd place in the 1987/88 season. After winning its 7th Coppa Italia in 1991, AS Roma was not measuring up to its traditional standards of performance for the rest of the 90's but in the 2001 AS Roma has rised again and won its 3rd Serie A title. However, AS Roma has failed in protecting the Serie A title in the following season in which AS Roma has ended as runners-up to Juventus.

In 2006, AS Roma fans were very proud in their team when the Serie A Scandal was revealed and it was clearly proved that AS Roma was not involved. Because of the punishments that were handed out in regards to the scandal, AS Roma was classified as runners-up for the 2005/06 season. In the 2 following seasons, AS Roma finished as Serie A runners-up. Eventually, during the 2000's; AS Roma has finished in the top 2 positions more than in any other decade in the AS Roma history.