E. Shomurodovas arrives in Rome to complete transfer formalities © zumapress.com

Jose Mourinho hopes he has managed to catch a significant off-season newcomer. "Sky Sport Italia" reports that today Genoa striker Eldor Shomurodov is arriving in the city of Rome, where he will undergo a medical examination with the Serie A team. Roma plans to loan the 26-year-old Uzbek, with the agreement including an option to buy for 17.5 million euros. Another 2.5 million euros would be included as possible add-ons. Genoa would also receive 10 percent of the amount when the player moves to another team. E. Shomurodov arrived in Italy last year from the Rostov club, where he was valued at 7.5 million euros. In his debut season, he scored 8 goals in 32 matches.