Key Takeaways:
- Kostas Tsimikas is reportedly set to return to Liverpool in January following an underwhelming stint at Roma
- The Greek international, on loan at Roma, has made 11 appearances and provided one assist for the Italian side
- An early end to the loan could allow Roma to redirect funds towards squad strengthening in the January transfer window
Loan Spell in Rome Fails to Impress
Italian media have reported that Kostas Tsimikas is likely to see his loan spell at Roma come to a premature end in January, with the defender potentially returning to Liverpool earlier than scheduled. Tsimikas, who joined the Giallorossi on loan despite interest from Leeds and Marseille, has struggled to meet expectations at the Serie A club.
The Greek left-back has accumulated 11 appearances for Roma and registered a single assist. However, according to Corriere dello Sport, manager Gasperini has expressed dissatisfaction with Tsimikas’ performance, prompting consideration of an early loan termination.
Kostas #Tsimikas potrebbe lasciare l’#ASRoma già a gennaio per tornare al #Liverpool in attesa di una nuova sistemazione. Saranno settimane di valutazione per l’esterno greco in prestito secco dai Reds. pic.twitter.com/asiVwcRM3C
— Stefano Gentili (@Ste_Gentili_) December 18, 2025
Loan Termination May Signal Roma Reshuffle
The same reports indicate that, alongside Tsimikas, Leon Bailey is also expected to depart and return to his parent club, Aston Villa. These departures are anticipated to free up additional financial resources, which Roma could utilise to reinforce their squad in the upcoming January transfer window.
| Player | Parent Club | Current Club (Loan) | Appearances | Assists | Reported Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kostas Tsimikas | Liverpool | Roma | 11 | 1 | Expected early return to Liverpool |
| Leon Bailey | Aston Villa | Roma | 9 | 1 | Expected return to Aston Villa |
Background at Liverpool
Before his loan to Roma, the 29-year-old defender played an important role for Liverpool. Tsimikas made 118 appearances, contributed 18 assists, and secured five titles during his tenure with the Premier League club. Italian outlets maintain that the defender is set to return to Anfield, marking the end of a brief spell in the Italian capital.
