Roma defender Chris Smalling is returning to parent club Manchester United.

The 30-year-old is keen to stay, and the Serie A side want to snap him-up, with previous talks over a £25m deal going well.

But the ex-Fulham ace is now expected to return to Old Trafford this summer, with Roma in financial difficulty due to coronavirus.

A source told The Sun: “We know Chris would love to stay and it is a deal which suits all parties at the end of the season.

“The financial reality, however, is very different. The people at Roma have many new things to consider.

“Ole (Gunnar Solskjaer, United manager) had to make a quick decision call to send Chris out on loan last summer because Marcos Rojo's move to Everton collapsed at a late stage.

“The manager wasn't surprised how well Chris has performed at Roma and does remain a fan of his."