Overview

• Roma have officially approached Aston Villa to secure a transfer for Jamaican winger Leon Bailey.
• Discussions are focused on a loan agreement featuring a mandatory buy option, but no formal proposal has been submitted.
• Bailey’s agents are set to travel to Rome to finalise personal terms ahead of any transfer fee negotiations.
• The winger has been training separately from Villa’s first team after limited starts in the 2024-25 Premier League season.
• Interest from Besiktas and Saudi Pro League clubs continues alongside Roma’s pursuit, while Bailey remains under contract at Villa until 2027.