Leonardo Balerdi joins AS Roma from Marseille on loan deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
AS Roma confirmed the signing of defender Leonardo Balerdi from Marseille on August 30, 2026. The 27-year-old Argentine will join the Italian club on a loan with an option to buy that becomes mandatory under certain conditions. Balerdi's tenure at Marseille has been tumultuous, receiving mixed reactions from the fans since joining in 2020. He played 200 matches for OM before now seeking to revitalize his career in Rome.
- •Leonardo Balerdi signs with AS Roma on August 30, 2026.
- •Loan deal includes an option to buy under specific conditions.
- •Balerdi played 200 matches for Marseille since joining in 2020.
- •His time at Marseille was marked by inconsistent performances.
- •Balerdi faced criticism from fans during his tenure at OM.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Official: Leonardo Balerdi leaves Marseille for an Italian giant!
"The end of a complicated story.This Sunday afternoon, AS Roma announced the signing of Leonardo Balerdi, likely marking the end of the story between OM and the Argentine defender. Likely, because the ...
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