Donyell Malen
27-Year-Old
Roma
Serie A
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Malen joined Villa midway through the 2024/25 season and showed glimpses of his explosive pace and ability to beat defenders. He didn't fully settle into the starting XI, but his upside remains clear in counter-attacking situations. With a full preseason to integrate, Malen could be a game changer in 2025/26. If he earns regular starts, he has the tools to hit double-digit goals and become a central figure in Villa's front three. His direct style and ability to stretch defenses gives them a different dimension in attack compared to their other forwards.
Four shots in loss
Malen registered four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Udinese.
ANALYSIS
Malen's touch on Jurgen Ekkelenkamp's 49th minute free kick altered the ball's flight just enough to beat Mile Svilar and settle the match. He also produced Roma's clearest chance of the first half, but his right footed effort from the center of the box was pushed away low by Maduka Okoye. He continued to make aggressive runs in behind the back line, though Udinese stayed compact and cut off clean service late. Malen has made an immediate impact in his first three appearances with the Giallorossi, registering 15 shots (six on target) along with one goal. There is little doubt that if the Dutchman sharpens his finishing, his goal output could take a clear step forward in the second half of the season for the Lupa.
Malen's touch on Jurgen Ekkelenkamp's 49th minute free kick altered the ball's flight just enough to beat Mile Svilar and settle the match. He also produced Roma's clearest chance of the first half, but his right footed effort from the center of the box was pushed away low by Maduka Okoye. He continued to make aggressive runs in behind the back line, though Udinese stayed compact and cut off clean service late. Malen has made an immediate impact in his first three appearances with the Giallorossi, registering 15 shots (six on target) along with one goal. There is little doubt that if the Dutchman sharpens his finishing, his goal output could take a clear step forward in the second half of the season for the Lupa.
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Seven shots in Sunday's draw
Malen generated seven shots (three on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against AC Milan.
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Offensive force in start
Malen scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win over Torino.
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Moves to Roma
Malen has joined Roma on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Aston Villa.
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Scores goal off bench
Malen scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 4-3 win over Brighton.
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Five shots as striker
Malen generated five shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Wolverhampton.
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Set for Roma loan
Malen is set to join AS Roma on loan before the end of the January transfer window, according to Sky Sports Italy.
ANALYSIS
Malen was one of the best forwards in the Bundesliga during this time with Borussia Dortmund, but the Dutchman has struggled to adjust to life at Villa Park. A loan move would be the best scenario to relaunch his career, and it'd also give him a boost to secure a spot in the Netherlands' squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Roma are keen on adding a forward, and after dismissing a move for Joshua Zirkzee, it seems they're set to complete a move for another Dutchman.
Malen was one of the best forwards in the Bundesliga during this time with Borussia Dortmund, but the Dutchman has struggled to adjust to life at Villa Park. A loan move would be the best scenario to relaunch his career, and it'd also give him a boost to secure a spot in the Netherlands' squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Roma are keen on adding a forward, and after dismissing a move for Joshua Zirkzee, it seems they're set to complete a move for another Dutchman.