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Donyell Malen discusses impact at Roma and Arsenal education

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Donyell Malen discusses impact at Roma and Arsenal education

Summary

Donyell Malen reflected on his transition to AS Roma, where he scored 15 goals in 20 competitive matches after joining from Aston Villa. In an essay, Malen noted he could have contended for Serie A's top scorer had he arrived earlier in the season. He acknowledged learning from Thierry Henry at Arsenal and mentioned that his Roma teammates call him 'D9' when he performs well, attributing his success to hard work and preparation. Malen expressed a strong affinity for the fans and environment in Rome, detailing his growth as a player and person through his various club experiences.

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•Malen scored 15 goals in 20 matches for Roma since January.
•He believes he could have contended for Serie A's top scorer title.
•Malen learned from Thierry Henry during his time at Arsenal.
•His teammates call him 'D9' when he plays well.
•He feels a strong connection to Roma fans and the city.

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Donyell Malen reveals some surprising nicknames, learning from Thierry Henry at Arsenal and why he flourished at Roma after Aston Villa. ‘I could’ve been Serie A top scorer.’The striker made an ...
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