Sampdoria striker Claudio Bellucci admits he came close to joining Roma.
Samp face Roma today in a crucial game.
And Bellucci revealed: "Two years ago I was very close to Roma, lacking only the signature, then it collapsed over a few contractual details.
"However, I am happy to be at Sampdoria, a serious club which has made me grow up, I have a bond with these colours."