The 20-year-old is set to join AS Roma from Legia Warszawa
Polish centre-back Jan Ziolkowski is set to embark on a new chapter in his career as AS Roma has officially secured his signature from Legia Warsaw for a fee of €6 million, including a sell-on clause. The 20-year-old defender will be playing in Serie A for the first time and is expected to work under the tactical guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini.
Ziolkowski, who came through the youth ranks at Legia Warsaw, made 39 senior appearances for the Polish giants, scoring two goals. While not prolific in front of goal, the young defender has shown immense potential as a modern centre-back. According to Fotmob, Ziolkowski boasts an impressive record of chance creation, solid defensive contributions, and a 50% success rate in both aerial duels and shot attempts—a testament to his versatility on the pitch.
His performances drew interest from several European clubs, including teams from the Bundesliga, but the Polish international was determined to join Roma.
Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the move on X (formerly Twitter), stating:
“Jan Ziolkowski to AS Roma, here we go! Deal agreed with Legia Warsaw for €6m fee plus sell-on clause. Ziolkowski only wanted AS Roma despite bids from Germany and the agreement is now done. Exclusive story from July, confirmed.”
The move marks a significant step in Ziolkowski’s career, as Roma continue their push to strengthen their defensive line for the 2025/26 Serie A season. Fans of the Giallorossi will be eager to see how the Polish defender adapts to the pace and intensity of Italian football.
With his blend of defensive solidity, aerial strength, and ability to initiate attacking play from the back, Ziolkowski could become a key asset in Roma’s pursuit of both domestic and European success.