Leon Bailey Joins AS Roma on Loan from Aston Villa
AS Roma signs Leon Bailey on loan from Aston Villa with an option to buy for £19m. Get the latest transfer news and updates.
AS Roma, now under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, is gearing up to kick off the 2025/26 Serie A...
AS Roma Signs Leon Bailey on Loan from Aston Villa
AS Roma has officially confirmed the signing of Jamaican international winger Leon Bailey on a season-long loan from Aston Villa, with an option to make the deal permanent. Bailey, 28, joins Roma with the Italian club aiming to qualify for the Champions League for the first time since 2018.
Details of the Transfer
The loan deal includes an option for Roma to buy Bailey permanently for approximately €22 million (£19 million), with the loan fee reportedly ranging from £1.7 million to £2.6 million. If Roma exercises the buy option, Aston Villa could receive a total of £21.6 million, comprising the £19 million transfer fee and the loan fee.
Bailey's Background
Bailey has spent four years at Aston Villa, scoring 22 goals in 144 appearances. He was signed by Villa from Bayer Leverkusen for £25 million in August 2021. Bailey's move to Roma might be seen as a relatively cheap deal, considering Roma's willingness to pay for top players.
Impact on Both Clubs
For Aston Villa, Bailey's departure might help alleviate Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) issues. The funds received from Bailey's transfer could potentially contribute to signing new players, such as Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, who is reportedly valued at around £60 million.
✍ Leon Bailey is a new Roma player! 🐺
— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) August 20, 2025
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The 28-year-old Jamaican winger brings a wealth of experience to AS Roma, having spent four years at Aston Villa. During his time with the Premier League club, Bailey scored 22 goals in 144 appearances, showcasing his speed, skill, and goal-scoring ability. Bailey's move to Roma is seen as a strategic signing, adding pace and creativity to their attack as they aim for a top-four finish in Serie A.
AS Roma, now under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, is gearing up to kick off the 2025/26 Serie A season with a home match against Bologna at the Stadio Olimpico on August 23, 2025. The match is scheduled to start at 19:45 WAT. Roma's ultimate goal is to secure a spot in the Champions League, a feat they haven't achieved since 2018.
With a new coach and a fresh season ahead, Roma's fixture list is packed with exciting matches. Some notable upcoming games include:
- Round 1: Bologna vs Roma (August 23, 2025, Stadio Olimpico)
- Round 4: Roma will face their rival team in the Derby, away from home
- Round 7: Roma will host Inter at the Stadio Olimpico
- Round 10: Roma will face Milan at San Siro
- Round 14 (November 29/30): Napoli will visit the Stadio Olimpico
- Round 20 (December 20/21): Roma will face Juventus in Turin.
The 2025/26 Serie A season promises to be thrilling, with Roma looking to make a strong statement under Gasperini's leadership.
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