AS Roma has officially secured the services of promising young defender Jan Ziolkowski, completing his permanent transfer from Legia Warsaw.
The 20-year-old Polish center-back`s move is reported to be valued at €6 million, with potential additional payments through various add-ons. As part of the agreement, Legia Warsaw will also be entitled to a 10% sell-on clause for any future transfer involving the player.
Ziolkowski has committed his future to the Giallorossi by signing a comprehensive five-year contract, which will keep him at the Stadio Olimpico until the summer of 2030.
For his inaugural season with the club, Roma has confirmed that the new recruit will proudly wear the No. 24 shirt.
Image: Jan Ziolkowski proudly displaying his new Roma jersey.
This acquisition marks a significant milestone, as Ziolkowski becomes Roma`s seventh signing of the current summer transfer window. He joins a roster of new faces including Wesley Franca, Neil El-Aynaoui, Leon Bailey, Evan Ferguson, Daniele Ghilardi, and Devis Vasquez.
Roma`s Official Statement on Ziolkowski`s Arrival
The club conveyed its excitement regarding the latest addition: “AS Roma is pleased to announce the permanent transfer of Jan Ziolkowski from Legia Warsaw.”
“The 20-year-old centre-back honed his skills within the Polonia Warsaw academy before making the switch to Legia in 2022.”
Image: A dynamic shot of Jan Ziolkowski in action for Legia Warsaw during a UEFA Conference League match.
“He successfully broke into Legia`s first-team during the 2024/25 season, establishing himself as a regular starter in both the Ekstraklasa (the Polish top flight) and European competitions.”
“Ziolkowski has chosen the No. 24 jersey at Roma. Welcome to Rome, Jan!”
Coach Gasperini`s Perspective on the New Signing
Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini offered his thoughts on Ziolkowski`s signing during his pre-match press conference on Friday. He hinted that the player`s arrival was primarily spearheaded by sporting director Ricky Massara, rather than being a direct request from the coaching staff.
“Massara discovered Ziolkowski,” Gasperini stated. “I have confidence in him. I`ve only seen him in video footage. He will certainly get opportunities, and we will observe his development closely. We hope he can reach a high level.”