What happened. Roma officially announced the permanent signing of Marten De Roon from Atalanta on Sunday night, with the midfielder set to wear the No.15 shirt.

De Roon made 445 appearances for Atalanta, scoring 23 goals.
He has 44 caps for the Netherlands, playing at two World Cups.
He reunites with former Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

“AS Roma is delighted to announce the signing of Marten De Roon from Atalanta on a permanent transfer.”
— Roma official statement

Roma play Lecce away on Monday after a 4-0 win over Fiorentina in their opener.

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