Whether Aleksandar Kolarov is going to AS Roma for €5m, €6m, and whatever the bonuses are, the Italian club have got themselves a very good deal.
The Manchester City player is 31 years of age but experienced in Serie A, and in the current market his price is something of a bargain. Therefore, it may be expected that Roma fans would be pleased, and praising Monchi, formerly of Sevilla, for getting a bargain.
However, some are furious.
Corriere dello Sport report that as Roma fans took to the streets on Friday night to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the club, some left graffiti making it very clear they don’t want the Manchester City transfer to happen, and that those responsible should leave the club.
Kolarov used to play for Lazio and the graffiti held the date 11/04/09, when Lazio beat Roma 4-2 and Kolarov scored a superb individual goal.
Some haven’t forgiven him.