Paulo Dybala signs for AS Roma after Juventus departure

Dybala had offers from the Premier League with clubs like Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur interested, but he has decided to stay in Italy for an 11th season. 

Speaking about his move to the capital, where he will link up with Jose Mourinho for the first time, he said: "The days that have led up to me signing this contract have been filled with so many emotions.

“The speed and determination with which Roma demonstrated just how much they wanted me made all the difference.

“I am joining a team that is on the up, a club that continues to put in place strong foundations for the future, and a coach, Jose Mourinho, that it will be a privilege to work with.

“As an opponent I have always admired the atmosphere created by the Roma fans - I now cannot wait for the chance to salute them while wearing this shirt.”

Dybala won five Serie A titles with Juventus and was named the league's most valuable player in 2020. However, he has found his opportunities in Turin stifled by the likes of Gonzalo Higuain, Alvaro Morata, Cristiano Ronaldo and most recently Dusan Vlahovic. This saw him run down his contract and leave on a free transfer this summer.

“Paulo’s decision to join our project is a testament to the club’s credibility and a sign of the hard work that, all together, we are putting in to take Roma forward,” Tiago Pinto, the club’s General Manager, added.

“Paulo is a world-renowned player who has won major trophies and gained global acclaim; he will bring that class with him to Roma and I am sure that, with him in the squad, we will be even stronger and more competitive.”

Dybala has also made 34 appearances for his national side, Argentina, scoring three goals.