AS Roma are in advanced talks for Fiorentina wing-back Massimo Gobbi.
Gobbi is regarded highly by Roma coach Claudio Ranieri, who sees the defender as cover for John Arne Riise at left-back.
Roma chiefs are confident of wrapping up an agreement with Gobbi's minders before the weekend.
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