Official: Bailey joins Roma from Aston Villa | OneFootball

Roma have confirmed the signing of Leon Bailey on loan with an option to buy from Aston Villa.

Jamaica international Bailey has joined Roma on an initial loan deal from Aston Villa, the Serie A side said in an official statement.

Bailey joins Roma – the official statement

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – AUGUST 24: Leon Bailey of Aston Villa runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Aston Villa FC and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on August 24, 2024 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

“AS Roma are delighted to announce the signing of Leon Bailey from Aston Villa. The winger joins the club on loan with an option to buy,” Romsa said.

“Bailey is the first Jamaican footballer in AS Roma history. Born in Kingston, he moved to Europe at the age of 13 and has played professionally for Genk, Bayer Leverkusen and Aston Villa.

“The 28-year-old has made 377 appearances in domestic and international league competitions, racking up 76 goals.

“Bailey has chosen to wear the number 31 shirt.

“Welcome to Roma, Leon!”

Leon Bailey greeted by Roma fans (@mancinismoo)

Several Roma fans greeted Bailey on Tuesday upon arriving at Fiumicino Airport to complete his medical tests with the Serie A side.

Bailey is Roma’s sixth summer signing after Daniele Ghilardi, Evan Ferguson, Neil El Aynaoui, Devis Vasquez and Wesley.

The Giallorossi remain interested in Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho as well and Football Italia understands that Bailey’s move could help the Giallorossi in negotiations with the English winger, a very close friend of Bailey.

Bailey stats with Bayern Leverkusen and Aston Villa

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – JANUARY 04: Leon Bailey of Aston Villa in action during the Premier League match between Aston Villa FC and Leicester City FC at Villa Park on January 04, 2025 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Bailey scored two goals and provided four assists in 38 appearances across all competitions with Aston Villa in 2024-25.

A former Bayer Leverkusen winger, the Jamaica international scored 39 goals and provided 25 assists in 156 appearances with the Bundesliga club before completing a €32m move to Aston Villa in 2021.