{"id":521,"date":"2026-08-29T07:21:56","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T06:21:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/transfertribune.co.uk\/?p=521"},"modified":"2026-08-29T07:21:56","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T06:21:56","slug":"kayleigh-van-dooren-joins-as-roma-from-ac-milan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/transfertribune.co.uk\/?p=521","title":{"rendered":"Kayleigh van Dooren Joins AS Roma from AC Milan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dutch midfielder signs until 2029 in \u20ac140,000 transfer<\/strong>
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AS Roma have completed the signing of Dutch midfielder Kayleigh van Dooren from AC Milan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The versatile midfielder has agreed a contract with Roma until 2029<\/strong>, with the transfer fee understood to be close to \u20ac140,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Van Dooren will wear the No. 8 shirt<\/strong> for the Giallorosse as she begins a new chapter in Serie A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Versatile Addition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most attractive aspects of the signing is Van Dooren\u2019s versatility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Dutch midfielder can operate in several different midfield roles<\/strong>, while also having the ability to play as a second striker<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That flexibility gives Roma coach Piovani<\/strong> another tactical option and allows the club to use Van Dooren in different positions depending on the opposition and match situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Milan to Rome<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Van Dooren arrives from AC Milan<\/strong>, where she had been playing in Serie A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move means she will remain in Italy, allowing her to continue in a league she already knows while joining a Roma side with ambitions of competing for major honours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reported \u20ac140,000 fee represents an investment in a player who can provide versatility across multiple positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Van Dooren also brings international experience from the Netherlands<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her understanding of high-level football, combined with her ability to operate in different positions, could make her an important part of Roma\u2019s squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At 27, she also arrives with valuable senior experience rather than being viewed purely as a developmental signing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The No. 8 Shirt<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Van Dooren will wear the No. 8 shirt<\/strong> at Roma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The number is traditionally associated with dynamic midfielders, and her ability to contribute from different areas of the pitch makes it an appropriate fit for her new role in Rome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transfer Details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Player:<\/strong> Kayleigh van Dooren<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Age:<\/strong> 27<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Nationality:<\/strong> Netherlands \ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddf1<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Position:<\/strong> Midfielder \/ second striker<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Previous club:<\/strong> AC Milan \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf9<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • New club:<\/strong> AS Roma \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf9<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Transfer fee:<\/strong> Approximately \u20ac140,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Contract:<\/strong> Until 2029<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Shirt number:<\/strong> 8\ufe0f\u20e3<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • International:<\/strong> Netherlands \ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddf1<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Status:<\/strong> Official<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    What Van Dooren Brings to Roma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Van Dooren\u2019s biggest strength for Roma could be her tactical flexibility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    She can play in multiple midfield positions and also move further forward into a second-striker role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    That gives Piovani the ability to change her role depending on the tactical requirements of each match without necessarily making a substitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Her familiarity with Serie A should also help her settle into the team quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Transfer Tribune Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A smart and versatile signing for Roma.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The reported \u20ac140,000 fee<\/strong> looks like a reasonable investment for a player who can fill several roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Van Dooren\u2019s ability to operate across midfield and as a second striker gives Roma another tactical weapon, while her Dutch international experience adds further quality to the squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Now the big question is where Piovani will use his new No. 8 most often. \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What do you think of this signing? Let us know in the comments and follow Transfer Tribune for the latest transfer news from around the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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