AS Roma have completed the signing of Dutch midfielder Marten De Roon from Atalanta on a permanent transfer. De Roon, 32, arrived in Rome on 29–30 August and has been assigned shirt number 15. He has signed a contract until 2027, with an option for a further year, according to Forza Roma. The transfer fee stands at €1 million, with performance bonuses potentially reaching approximately €1 million more, according to multiple outlets.
De Roon brings substantial experience to Gasperini's squad, having made 445 official appearances for Atalanta and scored 23 goals during his time with the Bergamo club. He holds 44 caps for the Netherlands and participated in World Cups in 2022 and 2026. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini played a decisive role in securing the midfielder, with whom he had worked closely at Atalanta. Speaking to Rai Sport before his departure, De Roon acknowledged the emotional complexity of leaving Bergamo despite the appeal of joining Roma. "Today is a sad day," he said. "It wasn't easy with how things have gone. I spoke to Gasperini: it all happened quite suddenly. He wanted me strongly at Roma. Given the situation here, it was the right solution. It's a difficult situation because I had to discuss this with my family, the club, and thinking of the bond with the fans and the city. I should be happy, but it's a difficult day."
Roma also completed the arrival of defender Leonardo Balerdi from Olympique Marseille on loan with a right of redemption, according to TeleRadioStereo. The 25-year-old Argentine has been assigned shirt number 26. De Roon is expected to be available for Roma's fixture against Lecce.
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