Mats Hummels is set to join AS Roma, marking a significant move in the football transfer market. The German centre-back has agreed on every detail of his contract and is currently en route to Italy for medical tests. This transfer is expected to bring much-needed experience and stability to AS Roma’s defense.
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- Hummels’ contract with AS Roma runs until June 2025.
- His salary is around €2 million plus add-ons.
- Fabrizio Romano reported the transfer.
- Hummels is currently without a club as of July 1, 2024.
Mats Hummels to AS Roma
AS Roma is on the verge of signing Mats Hummels, a seasoned centre-back known for his leadership and defensive prowess. According to a tweet from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the agreement has been sealed, and Hummels is on his way to Italy for medical tests.
🚨🟡🔴 Mats Hummels to AS Roma, here we go! Agreement sealed on every detail of the contract.
Hummels, on his way to Italy right now as flight has been confirmed today ahead of medical tests. ✈️🇮🇹
Salary around €2m plus add-ons, contract until June 2025. https://t.co/1BlwZ72dr8
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 14, 2023
Hummels, who stands at 1.91 meters, has had an illustrious career, playing for top clubs like Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. His move to AS Roma is expected to bolster their defense, which has been a point of concern in recent seasons.
Player Profile: Mats Hummels
Mats Julian Hummels, born on December 16, 1988, in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany, is a highly experienced centre-back. He began his youth career at FC Bayern München and has since made significant contributions to both Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. Hummels has also been a key player for the German national team, earning 78 caps and scoring 5 goals.
Throughout his career, Hummels has made a total of 701 appearances, scoring 33 goals and providing 21 assists. His impressive statistics include 442 Bundesliga appearances, 90 UEFA Champions League appearances, and 78 caps for the German national team.
Transfer History
Hummels’ career has seen several significant transfers:
- Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich: Initially moved on loan in 2008, made permanent in 2009 for around €4 million.
- Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich (Return): Returned in 2016 for approximately €35 million.
- Bayern Munich to Borussia Dortmund (Return): Returned in 2019 for around €30 million.
- Borussia Dortmund to AS Roma: Latest transfer involves a contract until June 2025 with a salary of around €2 million plus add-ons.
Career Highlights and Challenges
Hummels is renowned for his leadership and experience, having won multiple Bundesliga titles and being part of the German national team that won the 2014 FIFA World Cup. However, his career has also been marred by injuries, which have sometimes affected his performance and availability.
At AS Roma, Hummels is expected to bring stability and experience to the defense, addressing a critical need for the club. His tactical fit and leadership qualities make him a valuable addition to the team.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Hummels’ profile on Transfermarkt.
