Roma renew interest in Genoa’s Jeff Ekhator

Roma is among the clubs interested in Genoa’s 2006-born Jeff Ekhator.

The Genoa and Italian national team striker, used by coach Silvio Baldini in the friendly wins against Luxembourg and Greece, could leave Liguria during the summer transfer window.

The 19-year-old was born and raised in Genoa to Nigerian parents and represents a versatile and adaptable profile, perfect for the Roma team Gian Piero Gasperini wants to build.

Relations with Genoa are excellent (just look at the situation surrounding Venturino), and the 2006-born player would arrive in the capital without displacing anyone. Ekhator would be an excellent all-rounder for the Piedmontese coach, as he can play in all three attacking positions.

In the season just ended, he made 30 appearances for the Rossoblu, scoring three goals.

Furthermore, and not to be underestimated, he is Italian and could be included in the Champions League squad.