Aston Villa player breaks silence on transfer as he makes emotional vow
August 21, 2025
Leon Bailey has left Villa Park to join Serie A club Roma
Leon Bailey has sent an emotional message to Aston Villa in the wake of his departure for Roma.
The 28-year-old could sign for Roma permanently next summer as they hold an option to buy the Jamaica international for around £19 million.
Villa will receive a loan fee of roughly £2.5 million, taking the total potential value of the deal to £22 million.
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Posting on Instagram, Bailey said: “Thank you Villans for all the love & support over the years, I will always keep you guys close to my heart.”
“Grateful for this new chapter, thank you for the warm welcome Roma,” he added.
