Italian football club Roma have gone into partnership with entertainment company Disney, it has been confirmed.

The Serie A side have agreed a seven-year contract with the iconic American brand that will see a new stadium built in the near future.

"Why did Roma choose to come to Disney World? Because Disney is one of the greatest brands in the world for entertainment and with ESPN it's now probably the greatest brand in sports right now," said Roma president James Pallotta.

"So for us to be associated with them for at least the next seven years is really important. There couldn't be a better partner on that side and this partnership will help Roma to become world-renowned brand."

Roma were founded in 1927 while Disney first established itself four years earlier.