Rome-ward bound: Glen Johnson could be set to join Ashley Cole at AS Roma (Picture: AP)

Roma are reportedly stepping up their efforts to add another English full-back to their squad in the form of Liverpool’s Glen Johnson.

Ashley Cole joined the Italian side for free after being released by Chelsea in the summer, and Johnson could follow in the footsteps of his former England colleague, according to the Daily Mail.

The right-back is yet to agree an extension to his current contract at Anfield, and as his deal runs out at the end of the season, he will be able to sign a pre-contract agreement with a foreign club in January.

Roma have emerged as a potential destination for the ex-Chelsea and Portsmouth defender, and the fact that he would be available on a free transfer would make his wage demands much more manageable for the Italian side.

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