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Chelsea's Davide Zappacosta Talks 'Emotional' Return to Italy Ahead of Roma Loan

David Zappacosta is eagerly anticipating his return to Italy from Chelsea after travelling to Rome ahead of a loan move.

According to Calciomercato.com, Zappacosta will complete the loan move after a medical on Wednesday morning, with Roma paying his €2.5 million (£2.3 million) salary for the season.

The right-back told Sky in Italy (h/t Sky Sports):

"Returning to my country is very emotional. I missed Italy a lot, and I'm happy to return here with Roma.

"I feel at home here because I live close-by [Sora, 71 miles away].