Manchester United.Smalling, 30, spent last season on loan at Roma after being deemed surplus to requirements at Old Trafford by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.The England defender became an important member of Fonseca’s squad, making 37 appearances and seemingly rediscovering his best form.Roma are therefore keen to sign him on a permanent basis this summer, yet recent reports from the Daily Mail claimed they were struggling to reach an agreement with United - who are refusing to budge on their £20million asking price.It was believed the Serie A club were prepared to pursue other options after becoming frustrated with their Premier League counterparts, leaving Smalling in an awkward predicament.However, Fonseca has hinted that a deal to sign the.
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