Roma are confident that in-demand midfielder Daniele De Rossi will renew his contract with the club after revealing they are prepared to offer the 28-year-old "top terms".

 

De Rossi’s deal with the Giallorossi expires at the end of the current campaign and Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has recently insisted that, given any hint that Roma will deal, he will bid for the Azzurri star.

 

But Roma remain sure that they can see off interest from the Citizens and persuade De Rossi to ink an extended contract with the only club he has ever represented.

 

"The operation is complex", said Roma CEO Claudio Fenucci to Il Romanista.

 

"I don’t think he has looked at any other offers and he is considering the option of renewing his contract with Roma on top terms.

 

"Negotiations are ongoing, we are speaking to his agent and we’ll meet again soon.

 

"We’re trying to decide all of the details and are looking for a solution. We are making every effort given our resources.

 

"My belief is that we will reach an agreement because of the love De Rossi has for Roma. I am sure he won’t sign for anyone else until he has explored all the options to extend his contract here."

 

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