The agent of Udinese defender Marco Motta has confirmed talks have opened over a move to Roma.

Beppe Bozzo said this morning: "The situation is developing. Today, I will speak with the two clubs.

"I have agreement with Udinese. Now we have to hear from Roma. I'll be following everything on the phone."

Bozzo added: "We're on it. It's now left to seeing if Roma can find a suitable answer (for Udinese)."