Marten de Roon joins Roma and prepares for Champions League campaign

Marten de Roon has completed his move to Roma, marking his first stint with the club after departing his long-time side. During his introductory interview with the team's official channels, the midfielder expressed gratitude toward former coach Gian Piero Gasperini, who managed him for nine years and played a key role in the transfer. De Roon addressed past comments he made about the club on social media, attributing the incident to a lapse in management by his associates and vowing to earn the trust of supporters on the pitch. Looking ahead, he emphasized the importance of competing in the Champions League at the Olimpico and noted his familiarity with current Roma teammates including Cristante, Dybala, and Mancini. He joins the squad as they prepare for the upcoming season, aiming to contribute his experience to an already established group.

• 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — De Roon releases first Roma interview: “I’m super happy, Gasperini gave me the opportunity of a lifetime.”