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The Guardian - UK
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Fabrizio Romano

Jack Rodwell to have Roma medical four months after leaving Blackburn

Jack Rodwell made 21 Championship appearances for Blackburn last season.
Jack Rodwell made 21 Championship appearances for Blackburn last season but could soon be playing in Serie A. Photograph: Paul Currie/BPI/Shutterstock

Jack Rodwell is to have a medical at Roma on Friday with a view to signing until the end of the season, four months after he left Blackburn Rovers as a free agent.

The 28-year-old is regarded by Roma, who are sixth in Serie A and top of their Europa League group, as a solution to a midfield injury crisis. The former England international can also play at centre-half.

Rodwell’s departure from Blackburn came after he made 21 Championship appearances in his one season there. The club held talks over a contract extension but were unable to strike a deal with the former Everton, Manchester City and Sunderland player.

Roma’s squad includes another former England international, Chris Smalling, who is on loan from Manchester United.

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