Sampdoria claim Shevchenko may sign loan deal
Sampdoria claim Andriy Shevchenko would be happy to join them, if they can agree on the Chelsea striker's wages for a season-long loan.
Reports in Italy have linked Sampdoria with a bid to sign the £30m flop on loan for the coming season.
Shevchenko's future at Stamford Bridge continues to be the subject of speculation after failing to sparkle during his two years at the club.
His former club AC Milan have expressed an interest in signing the Ukrainian on loan, but their Serie A rivals Sampdoria are also keen on a move.
According to general manager Beppe Marotta, the major issue concerning a move for Shevchenko is the size of the 31-year-old's pay packet.
"We have a way to resolve our problems up front with a figure able to stir up the crowd as well as put the ball in the back of the net," Marotta said.
"Sheva would be happy to join us, but there are problems around his wages.
"Many top class players like Sampdoria and a deal is entirely plausible, so never say never."
Meanwhile, AC Milan look to have lost Brazilian striker Ronaldo to Flamengo, who have an agreement with the player's agent.
Marcio Braga, the president of the Brazilian club, has announced an agreement with the agent of Ronaldo, who is now out of contract with the Italian giants.
Ronaldo has been out of action since suffering a knee tendon injury while jumping for a cross in AC Milan's 1-1 Serie A draw with Livorno on February 13.
His subsequent battle for fitness prompted Milan to opt to wait before committing to another season. But this policy seems to have back-fired, with the Brazilian now set to sign for Flamengo.
