On August 17, a historic day for Roma is confirmed. 12 years ago he passed away on this date Franco Sensi, the legendary president of the third scudetto. Today, instead, it was officially born the Roma of the Friedkin Group, which takes control of the Italian entity for 591 million euros, 199 of which will remain in the hands of James Pallotta. This Monday was the day of the 'closing', divided into four cities. In the heart of Rome, at the 'Dla Piper' law firm, the giallorossi directors attended, in London I was Ryan friedkin, son of the future president, James Pallotta I work from Boston and Dan Friedkin did it in Houston.
After months of negotiations and the fear that COVID-19 would take over the operation, the official announcements arrived this afternoon. The new president came forward with these statements: “We are excited to join the Roma family, our commitment is total. We will be very present in the city, which occupies a special place in our hearts. ” James PallottaFor his part, he says goodbye after eight years of undeniable economic growth, but also full of criticism and controversy. He leaves without winning a title, something the club longs for since 2008. The peak of his presidency was the incredible comeback with Barça, and the former president said goodbye like this: “I just want to wish Dan, Ryan and the whole club, good luck for their future. Like all Roma fans in the world , I wish The Friedkin Group can take the team to the next level. I leave behind many unforgettable memories. “
A very powerful group arrives in the Italian capital: Forbes states that the heritage of Friedkin exceeds $ 4.3 billion and the most valuable of its companies is the 'Gulf States Toyota Distributors', distributor of vehicles and components Toyota in the U.S. The first objective, However, it will be to settle the accounts with a long-term plan that gives the entity solidity. In this sense, the construction of the new stadium will be essential: Friedkin will continue the Pallotta project for the new modern giallorosso course in the Tor di Valle area. Meanwhile, just today the first face of this new Rome has arrived: Peter. The ex of Barça landed in the morning at Ciampino airport and in the next few days he will undergo several medical tests (the duration of which will depend on the evolution of his shoulder injury) and will sign a two-season contract, with an option for another. His arrival coincides with the day that the history of the Rome. When you say start off on the right foot …