Jose Angel set for Roma switch

30 June 2011 15:18
Roma are closing in on the signing of Sporting Gijon defender Jose Angel, who is also a target for Manchester City.[LNB] The 21-year-old left-back has been a reported target of Barcelona and City but looks to be heading to Italy.[LNB]"I don't know if the deal will be completed today," agent Alfredo Martinez told Corriere dello Sport.[LNB]"I know that the two clubs are having meetings.[LNB]"Roma are in pole position to acquire him and this is a great opportunity for Jose Angel.[LNB]"The arrival of (new Roma coach) Luis Enrique can make the difference but the most important thing is that we are talking about an historic club."[LNB]Jose Angel is valued at around £15m and is under contract at Sporting until June 2014.[LNB]

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