Roma Activate Malen Purchase After Securing European Football

Malen to stay at Roma as buy Clause becomes mandatory

The Dutch forward has 13 goals and 2 assists in 16 Serie A appearances since joining in January, prompting Roma to secure his future.

Malen’s instant impact at the Olimpico has convinced Roma to keep him beyond this season...

AS Roma have officially triggered the option to buy Donyell Malen after locking in Europa League qualification for next season.

The Dutch forward arrived on loan from Aston Villa in January, with the deal including a €25 million purchase clause that’s now been activated.

 Roma secured either Champions League or Europa League qualification, and that condition is now met.

Donyell #Malen is an #ASRoma’s Player on a permanent deal. Triggered and reached the conditions for the obligation to buy (€25M) from #AstonVilla. Contract until 2030. #transfers #AVFC

— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) May 13, 2026

Roma sit fifth with 67 points, level with fourth-place Milan. Como are two points behind with just two matches left to play.

Since arriving at the Olimpico, Malen has made an immediate impact. He’s scored 13 goals and added 2 assists in 16 Serie A games, quickly becoming a key part of Roma’s attack.