AS Roma close to permanently signing Diego Llorente from Leeds United

The Spain centre-back spent the second half of the season on loan to Serie A side Roma, featuring in 12 matches in all competitions including a 15-minute cameo as an extra-time substitute in the Europa League final loss against Sevilla.

Roma had initially refused to make his move permanent for ‚¬18 million (£15.4 million) at the end of the season but are now renegotiating with Leeds for a transfer of the 29-year-old.

According to reports by journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Giallorossi have already agreed personal terms with Llorente and are optimistic of sealing the deal with his club.

This will become the second deal that Roma have concluded with an English team this summer, following their £9.5 million sale of 24-year-old Netherlands striker Justin Kluivert to Bournemouth.

Llorente made 59 appearances for The Whites since joining the club from La Liga side Real Sociedad, scoring four goals for the Premier League side.

Leeds will also soon be busy evaluating bids for United States midfielder Tyler Adams who is the subject of interest from Brighton Hove and Albion who are considering a £25 million bid.

Premier League Aston Villa, Arsenal, Newcastle United and Everton are all reportedly monitoring the 24-year-old's situation.