Kumbulla and Salah-Eddine return to Roma after loan spells
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 3:49 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Marash Kumbulla and Anass Salah-Eddine have returned to AS Roma following their loan stints. Kumbulla struggled at Mallorca, limited to 10 appearances due to injury and facing relegation. In contrast, Salah-Eddine won the league title with PSV and the Africa Cup with Morocco, making a significant impact. Both players aim to secure their places in the upcoming season under manager Gian Piero Gasperini, with Kumbulla's future uncertain amid strong competition. Salah-Eddine, however, appears to have a clearer path to playing time with an open position on the team.
- •Kumbulla made just 10 appearances at Mallorca due to injuries.
- •Salah-Eddine contributed significantly to PSV's league title victory.
- •Both players are looking to impress Gasperini in preseason.
- •Kumbulla's contract with Roma extends until 2028.
- •Salah-Eddine aims to secure a regular spot following return to Roma.
- 3:49 PMYahoo Sports — A Last Dance for Kumbulla, a Fresh Start for Salah-Eddine?
"Two loanees return to Trigoria, but their paths back into Roma’s plans look very different.
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