Roma are not the only Italian club to have launched talks with Nicolas Valentini of Boca Juniors.
The Argentine defender is also said to be a target of Fiorentina.
With Palladino’s appointment, the Viola want to strengthen their defense.
According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla, Valentini is a player Fiorentina are very keen on.
The Tuscan side have opened talks with the player’s entourage and are putting pressure on Roma in the race for the 23-year-old.
Udinese are also rumored to have manifested interest in Valentini but are trailing behind.