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Agent: Liverpool star wants to join former Arsenal and Chelsea man Ashley Cole at Roma
LIVERPOOL defender Glen Johnson would consider joining former England team-mate Ashley Cole at Roma, according to his agent Jonathan Barnett.
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The 30-year-old full-back is out of contract at the end of the season and there are currently no talks over an extension.
He has long been linked with a move abroad - having been free to talk to overseas clubs since January 1.
And Barnett - who also represents ex-Arsenal and Chelsea defender Cole - admits Serie A giants Roma are a possibility.
“He’s obviously looking for things at the moment,” his agent said. “He’s looking at many clubs.
Glen Johnson would be open to a move to Roma
Roma would be a lovely place for him
“Glen is obviously looking for somewhere where he can turn around his career.
“That’s the most important thing for him. Where he can play nicely under a good club that’s challenging for things. That is where he wants to be.
“We've had no contact with Roma. Although, Roma would be a lovely place for him. Ashley Cole absolutely adores it there, I represent him as well.
“Ashley thinks very highly of Rome but we’ve had no contact with Roma regarding Glen.”
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