But the current Roma boss was left without the Croatia international and, months later, his head rolled following a 3-1 defeat to Liverpool.
In 2019, it’s stated that the Glazers also intervened to prevent Rojo from departing.
The Argentina international was a target for Everton, who were aiming to bring the World Cup final to Goodison Park.
But the Glazers feared the Toffees becoming a top-four rival and, ultimately, chose to keep Rojo at the club.
He’d later to leave to join Boca Juniors in 2021 and, somewhat shockingly, what recently videoed smoking a cigarette on the pitch after they won the Professional League Cup.
He was criticized by fans for his actions, especially given he lit up in the presence of his young family.
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