Former AC Milan star Stephan El Shaarawy has joined AS Roma on a permanent basis, as the Giallorossi have redeemed his rights after his successful loan spell in the Italian capital.
Roma €13 million paid for El Shaarawy, who signed a four-year contract through 2020. El Shaarawy commented on his move in the announcement of the deal:
Today is a very special day for me because I am now a Roma player in every way.
I would like to thank the president, Mr Pallotta, sporting director Walter Sabatini, coach Luciano Spalletti, my teammates and the entire AS Roma staff for the faith they have shown in me from day one – and especially the Giallorossi fans, who welcomed me with warmth and affection.