Jan Ziolkowski has left AS Roma to join Monza on a season-long loan. The deal, which includes an option for Monza to make the move permanent, was made official by the Giallorossi in a club statement on Tuesday, August 31, 2026.
What are the terms of the deal?
The move is a dry loan for the current campaign. Roma announced they had reached an agreement with Monza for the temporary transfer of the defender. "L'As Roma comunica di avere trovato l'accordo con il Monza per la cessione di Jan Ziolkowski," the club's official note stated. The transfer does not include an obligation to buy, but grants Monza the right to purchase the player's registration at the end of the loan period. The financial details of the potential redemption clause have not been disclosed.
What was Ziolkowski's contribution at Roma?
The Polish defender, who arrived in Rome in 2024, made 23 appearances for the club, scoring one goal. He failed to establish himself as a regular starter, alternating periods in the matchday squad with spells out of contention. His departure is part of the club's final transfer window business as they fine-tune the squad ahead of the second matchday. Daniele De Rossi's side currently sits seventh in the Serie A table with 3 points, having started the season with a win and a goal difference of +4. You can track the league position on our standings page.
How does the defensive roster look now?
With Ziolkowski's exit, Roma continues to streamline its defensive department. The team will face Atalanta, who are ninth in the table, at the Olimpico on September 5th in what promises to be a tightly contested fixture. Manager De Rossi also has to contend with significant absences in midfield and defense. Neil El Aynaoui, Devyne Rensch, and captain Lorenzo Pellegrini are currently sidelined, as listed on the updated injuries report. This situation could impact tactical choices in the coming weeks.
What does this mean for the rest of the season?
The loan move allows Ziolkowski to find more playing time at another Serie A club, while Roma further trims its squad. The team is three points behind league leaders Inter and aims to consolidate a position in the upper half of the table. The upcoming home game against Atalanta will be an important test for the defensive solidity of the group. All upcoming fixtures can be found on our fixtures schedule. The objective remains to fight for a European spot, building on a defense that has so far looked reliable.
