Barcelona forward Carles Perez has joined Roma in a deal worth 15.5 million euros, the Spanish club announced on Thursday. Roma will pay Barca 1 million euros for an initial loan until June 30. The deal includes a compulsory option to buy in the summer for 11 million euros, with a further 3.5 million euros due to additional payments. Barcelona will also retain the first refusal if Roma wants to sell Perez in the future. "I know that I am leaving a very important club in Barcelona but I am joining an equally important club in Roma," said Perez.

Source: Punch January 30, 2020 12:32 UTC