Manchester United have agreed a contract extension with Roma for Chris Smalling.

The English defender is on loan with the Italian giants, and hopes for next term as well.

Football Italiasays Roma are close to an agreement with United.

It would be a loan extension for this season, with an obligation to buy for €17-18 million.

United wanted more money, but have lowered their asking price due to Smalling's insistence and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Smalling has emerged as one of the most consistent centre-backs in Serie A this season.