Wijnaldum joins Roma on loan

2022-08-06 12:42

Wijnaldum joins Roma on loan


Serie A powerhouse Roma made an official announcement today that the club has loaned midfielder Wijnaldum from French giants Paris Saint-Germain. According to media reports, the loan period is one year and also includes a buyout clause. In addition, Wijnaldum from the Netherlands will wear the No. 25 jersey in Rome.


According to earlier media reports, the loan deal comes with a buyout clause of 8 million euros, and Roma will also bear more than 50% of Wijnaldum 's salary, or 5 million euros.


The 31-year- old Wijnaldum is a midfielder who joined Paris Saint-Germain on a free agent from Liverpool in the Premier League in July 2021. In the 2021/22 season, Wijnaldum played a total of 38 games on behalf of Paris Saint-Germain , of which 22 were starts, and contributed 3 goals and 3 assists . Currently in the German transfer market worth as much as 18 million euros. Wijnaldum's contract with Paris Saint-Germain expires in June 2024 .


In addition, Wijnaldum also posted on his personal social media to celebrate his joining Roma. Wijnaldum wrote, "This is a brand new chapter and I already feel at home. I am looking forward to playing for this amazing club. I want to thank my family and team for their support in allowing me to Embark on this journey.


On the other hand, Wijnaldum said in an interview with Roma's official website, "It feels really good to be a part of Roma. The people I have communicated with are full of praise for Roma and the fans. Roma is here. Throughout everything, he kept showing me that he wanted to sign me, which gave me a lot of confidence and motivation."


He also said, "The fans of Roma also welcomed me very warmly. I promise that I will do my best to help Roma achieve its goals in the new season."