Roma compete with Tottenham for Real Madrid midfielder Diarra

Real Madrid midfielder Lassana Diarra is interesting AS Roma.

Corriere dello Sport says Roma have expressed interest in Diarra, who is up for sale at Real.

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp remains keen, though is struggling to agree personal terms with the Diarra camp.

Roma have now made contact as they seek to boost Luis Enrique's midfield after a disappointing run of form in preseason.