Man Utd star Chris Smalling ‘ready to slash wages’ in order to force Roma transfer as Newcastle eye up shock swoop
CHRIS SMALLING is reportedly prepared to take a wage cut to force through his move to Roma.
SunSport exclusively revealed Manchester United are demanding £20million for the 30-year-old defender.
Smalling has returned to Old Trafford after his loan spell with Roma ended.
He still has two years left to run on his £130,000-per-week contract with United.
But according to Corriere Dello Sport, he is prepared to slash his wages to push through his move to Roma.
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Reports claim Roma are preparing another offer for Smalling following his impressive spell last season.
He made 30 leagues appearances for the club and even chipped in with three goals and two assists.
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His defending even saw him dubbed “Smalldini” in reference to Italian legend Paolo Maldini.
But with the Serie A side yet to meet United’s asking price, several other teams have been linked to Smalling.
Chronicle Live claim the English star has been offered to Newcastle and a number of other top-flight clubs.