Roma are targeting 18-year-old Barcelona talent Marc Bernal, who was once hailed as the heir to Sergio Busquets.
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The Serie A side are keen to bring the 18-year-old to the Italian capital this summer, according to , having already made contact regarding a possible transfer. However, La Liga side Betis are also eyeing him.
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Bernal, a La Masia graduate, made his La Liga debut last season when he started in their opening game of the season against Valencia. He then started in the next two matches before a cruciate ligament injury sidelined him for the remainder of the campaign. His exceptional technique earned him a reputation as the natural successor to Barcelona and Spain's legendary midfielder Busquets.
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Roma will hope to land the youngster as they look to reinforce Gian Piero Gasperini's team before the start of the season and a change of scenery may appeal to the youngster after his horrific injury.