What happened. Bologna have officially signed Artem Dovbyk on loan from Roma with an option to buy, as Santiago Castro moves permanently in the opposite direction.

Dovbyk is the first Ukrainian to play for Bologna.
He scored 12 goals in 32 appearances in his first Roma season.
His 2025-26 season was limited to 14 league games due to injury.

“The first Ukrainian in the history of the club, Artem is a modern striker.”
— Bologna FC statement

Dovbyk aims to revive his career after an injury-hit season, while Roma secure Castro permanently.

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