Unfortunately, Bailey failed to replicate his form last season. As such, he appears to have been deemed surplus to requirements at Villa Park, opening the door for a move to AS Roma. According to Frabrizio Romano, the move is nearing completion, with Roma agreeing to pay $2.3 million in a loan fee, with a $25.6 million option to buy.

Bailey has made 144 appearances for Villa but was used sparingly last season and started only 14 league games.

Aston Villa have reached an agreement in principle with Serie A giants Roma for the sale of winger Leon Bailey (The Athletic).The Villains agreed a deal worth up to £21.6 million after days of