Chelsea are ready to sell Davide Zappacosta this month.
However, their 23m asking could prove too steep for suitors Roma.
The Daily Mail says it is understood they will instead explore a possible loan option, although Chelsea would prefer for a permanent deal.
While Roma are interested in Zappacosta, their priority is to bring in a defensive midfielder before September 2's transfer deadline.
Chelsea, meanwhile, are keen to offload a number of their squad players in the coming weeks.
Zappacosta and Tiemoue Bakayoko are two players manager Frank Lampard hopes to sell before the European window closes.
