Mats Hummels joins Roma after leaving Borussia Dortmund

Mats Hummels, a seasoned centre-back, is set to join AS Roma as a free agent after parting ways with Borussia Dortmund earlier this summer. The 35-year-old is scheduled to arrive in Rome on September 4 to undergo a medical examination and finalize his contract with the Serie A club. This move comes after reports indicated that Real Sociedad was in advanced negotiations to sign him, highlighting the competitive interest in the experienced defender. Roma has had an active summer transfer window, bringing in several players, including Artem Dovybk, Matias Soule, Enzo Le Fee, Angelino, and Mathew Ryan. Hummels will be the second free agent to join the club this week, following the acquisition of former Atletico Madrid defender Mario Hermoso. This influx of talent aims to bolster Roma's squad as they prepare for the upcoming season. Hummels has had a distinguished career in Germany, winning five Bundesliga titles during his time with both Dortmund and Bayern Munich. He made a significant impact at Dortmund, where he played 508 matches across two spells, and was a key player under Jurgen Klopp during their successful campaigns in 2011 and 2012. His return to Bayern in 2016 saw him secure three consecutive league titles, further solidifying his reputation in German football. In addition to his club success, Hummels has represented Germany 70 times and was part of the national team that triumphed in the 2014 World Cup. His move to Roma marks a new chapter in his career, as he transitions from a long-standing tenure in the Bundesliga to the Italian league, bringing his wealth of experience to a new environment.