Nike Said to Be Close to Deal to Make Roma’s Soccer Gear

AS Roma and Nike Inc. are set to sign a long-term pact for the world’s largest supplier of sporting goods to produce and market the Italian soccer team’s apparel around the world, according to two people familiar with the situation.

Nike will replace BasicNet SpA’s Kappa brand, which has been the team’s technical sponsor since 2007, and place its swoosh symbol on Roma’s jerseys and other team-wear from next season, the people said, speaking anonymously because the deal hasn’t been made public. They didn’t reveal financial terms. Nike spokesman Charlie Brookes and Roma’s Catia Augelli declined to comment.