US billionaire Dan Friedkin on Monday promised to turn Roma into “one of the greatest names in world football” after completing his 591 million euros ($700 million) purchase of the Italian club.

Friedkin, 54, takes over the Serie A side after nine-years under the ownership of fellow American James Pallotta, 62.

“We are delighted to join the AS Roma family,” said Friedkin. 

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