In a significant development in the transfer market, Roma has reportedly secured the services of highly-rated young defender Matias Soule. The 20-year-old full-back was being heavily pursued by Juventus, but Roma’s willingness to join the Italian capital club proved crucial in talks with the Bianconeri. According to sources close to the negotiations, Roma’s persistence and promise of regular playing time ultimately convinced Soule to choose the Giallorossi over Juve. The signing is a major coup for Roma, who have been looking to strengthen their defense following the departure of Alessandro Florenzi. Soule’s arrival is expected to provide much-needed competition for current first-choice right-back Bruno Peres and give manager Paulo Fonseca a stronger squad to work with in the second half of the season.