Malen and Roma eager to make switch from Aston Villa permanent
Donyell Malen has made a significant impact since joining AS Roma on loan from Aston Villa in January 2026, scoring 12 goals in 16 appearances across competitions. Both the player and the club are eager to make his move permanent, with Roma set to exercise a €25 million buy option. Malen's strong performance has also positioned him as a key figure for the Dutch national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
- ▪Donyell Malen joined AS Roma on a six-month loan from Aston Villa in January 2026 for €2 million.
- ▪Roma will exercise a €25 million option to make Malen's transfer permanent.
- ▪Malen scored 12 goals and provided two assists in just 16 appearances for Roma across Serie A and the Europa League.
- ▪He became Roma's top scorer in all competitions despite joining the team mid-season.
- ▪Malen scored on his Serie A debut for Roma against Torino on January 18, 2026.
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