The Algeria international continues to hold out for either Barcelona or Arsenal, but he could yet be tempted to move to Stadio Olimpico
Roma have made an initial offer of around €35 million (£30.7m) for Leicester City's wantaway winger Riyad Mahrez, Goal understands.
The Algeria international has made clear his desire to leave the King Power Stadium this summer after their disappointing 12th-placed finish in the Premier League last season.
The Foxes value the former PFA Player of the Year at closer to €55m (£48.