Roma Sign Fabio Simplicio

Fabio Simplicio has joined Serie A rivals Roma on a free transfer after his contract with Palermo expired.

An official club statement from Roma read:





“A.S. Roma and Fabio Henrique Simplicio [wish to] make public, with mutual satisfaction, having signed a contract for economic performance in sports: taking effect from July 1, 2010 until June 30, 2013.

"The player shall be awarded a compensation of €1.8 million gross for each season with the club for sporting performance, as well as rewards for individual set goals achieved.”

The 30-year-old had been strongly linked with a move to the capital all season and has expressed his delight at finally putting pen to paper.

"For me, it's a very important occasion. To wear the Roma shirt is an honour,” the Brazilian told the club's official website.

“It’s a huge leap in my career and I have to thank everyone who believed in me.”