The deal will include an option for the Italian side to sign the winger permanently for around €22m (£19m, $25.7m).

Leon Bailey has had a nightmare start to life in Italy after suffering a muscle injury during his first training session with Roma.

AS Roma have signed Jamaican international winger Leon Bailey on loan from Aston Villa, the Serie A club said on Wednesday. In a statement, Roma said that they have an option to make Bailey's one-year loan move permanent, reportedly for a fee of €22 ...

Just a day after joining Italian Serie-A outfit AS Roma, news has emerged that Reggae Boy Leon Bailey could be sidelined for up to three weeks afte

Leon Bailey is said to have endured a nightmare start to life at Roma. The Aston Villa winger joined the Serie A club on loan on Wednesday, but it is understood he suffered an injury in his very first training session in Italy’s capital.

Martin: He has had his time at Villa. I found him to be frustrating at times when he had to try and beat a player two or three times before attempting to pass or cross a ball. Good player but I don't think he will be missed.