Gasperini urges Roma to retain Ndicka and Koné

Gasperini has asked Roma to keep centre-back Evan Ndicka and midfielder Manu Koné for the upcoming season. The Giallorossi coach wants a strong squad as the club targets the Champions League. Matias Soulé remains the leading candidate for departure as the transfer window closes on June 30. The Argentine is linked with clubs in the Premier League and the Bundesliga, and Roma have set a €40 million price tag.