New AS Roma signing Artem Dovbyk, who recently completed a standout season in LaLiga, made headlines during his unveiling with the Serie A club on Friday. The 27-year-old Ukrainian forward had an impressive campaign with his former team, Girona, where he netted 24 goals and provided eight assists in 36 appearances. Girona, a club based in Catalonia, secured a commendable third-place finish in LaLiga, remaining in the title race for a significant portion of the season. Dovbyk joined Girona from Ukrainian outfit Dnipro-1 in 2023.
Expressing his excitement about the move, Dovbyk acknowledged the contrasting challenges he expects to face at AS Roma compared to his time at Girona. He characterized Girona as a 'small team' in Spain and emphasized Roma's stature as a prestigious club with a rich history in Italy. The Ukrainian striker recognized the heightened pressure that comes with playing for a club of Roma's caliber but welcomed it, stating that football thrives on such challenges.
