Roma prime Alisson replacement as Chelsea watch on

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Roma prime Alisson replacement as Chelsea watch on

AS Roma have been linked with a move for Swedish goalkeeper Robin Olsen, in what could be an attempt to replace Alisson Becker.

Chelsea’s interest in the Brazilian shot-stopper has been well-documented, along with that of Liverpool in recent months.

Despite assertions from Alisson and his agent that he would be staying in the Italian capital, it seems as though the club are preparing for the eventuality that he will say goodbye to the Stadio Olimpico this summer.

The colossal Olsen made an impression during the World Cup, and was integral to Sweden’s quarter-final run that eventually saw them dumped out of the competition by England.

Currently playing for Copenhagen, Olsen’s transfer to Roma could trigger a series of events that would see Alisson arrive in London, and current Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois leave for Real Madrid.

Alisson made 49 appearances for Roma last year, in what was his second season at the club following his transfer from Internacional.

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