Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke is attracting the interest of Serie A runners-up Roma.
The Belgium international has been linked with a move away from Villa Park since the opening of the summer transfer window with the Giallorossi preparing a bid.
La Gazzetta dello Sport are reporting Roma have identified the 24-year-old goal scorer as the perfect alternative should a move for Seville forward Carlos Bacca fail to materialise.
Benteke has showed his worth despite Villa’s continued battles against relegation since joining from Genk in the summer of 2012, with a total of 42 goals in 88 appearances. Villa are reluctant to see their star performer leave but the player is keen to play UEFA Champions League football next season.
La Maggica face competition for the towering forward’s signature, with Premier League Champions Chelsea and Liverpool both tracking the situation. Benteke has also scored seven goals during 24 appearances for Belgium.
