Jan Vertonghen has entered negotiations to join Roma on a free transfer when his Tottenham contract expires at the end of this month.
The Belgium international is in his eighth season at Spurs but is unlikely to sign a new deal to stay in London beyond the 2019-20 campaign.
Vertonghen was an unused substitute during Tottenham's 1-1 home draw with Manchester United on Friday and reports in Italy claim the defender is nearing a move to the Italian capital.
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According to newspaper Il Masseggero, Roma have offered the 33-year-old a two-year deal with the option of a third season at the Stadio Olimpico.