Leon Bailey has joined Italian club Roma on a season-long loan deal with an option to buy, marking a new chapter in his career.
Leon Bailey has completed a loan move from Aston Villa to Roma, with the Italian club picking up the Jamaica winger for the 2025-26 season.
The deal includes an option to buy, allowing Roma to make the move permanent if Bailey impresses. Bailey, 28, has had a mixed time at Aston Villa since joining from Bayer Leverkusen in 2021 for £25 million. Despite scoring 22 goals in 144 appearances, his form has been inconsistent.
Bailey’s most notable season was 2023-24, where he claimed a career-high 14 goals in 52 games across all competitions. However, last season saw him score just twice in 38 games, raising questions about his form and fitness. Despite this, Bailey signed a new contract with Villa in February 2024, running until 2027.
Roma’s interest in Bailey is driven by his pace, skill, and ability to play on either wing. The club will be hoping that he can rediscover his form and make a significant impact in the upcoming season.
