The Arsenal defender has become an important figure under Mikel Arteta and recently celebrated Premier League success, but he remains emotionally attached to the club where his football journey began.
Speaking to Corriere della Sera ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League final clash against Paris Saint-Germain, the 24-year-old spoke openly about his long-term ambitions and connection to the Giallorossi.
"I’m happy here now, but I’ve left some unfinished business with Roma. I barely played for that team when I was very young. I’d like to return. Not right away, but sooner or later," he said.
"I don’t know if Roma can become the new Arsenal, but I’m very happy they’ve placed their faith in Gasperini. I’m always rooting for them. I hope they can return to the levels I was used to when I was a kid."