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Not dealing with a significant problem Bailey didn't suffer a new thigh strain against Juventus, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Bailey took some tests after lasting just 21 minutes off the bench versus Juventus, but they came back clean for the most part. He trained on the side to open the week because of muscle fatigue, and his availability for Monday's match against Genoa will be determined closer to the tilt.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Subs in and out in Juventus clash Bailey had one off-target shot, one corner and one cross (zero accurate) in 20 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Juventus before leaving because of a possible flexor injury,...

Impact Bailey replaced Lorenzo Pellegrini early in the second half and was moderately active but was unable to finish the game due to muscle discomfort. He's poised for exams ahead of next Monday's away game versus Roma. He has mostly been a rotational piece behind the starters in the last couple of months.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Midtjylland Bailey (thigh) had two key passes and one tackle (one won) and dished out an assist in 12 minutes in Thursday's 2-1 win over Midtjylland.

Impact Bailey was managed following his second thigh injury in the season, but contributed to the win with a nice feed for Stephan El Shaarawy. He'll likely stay in a bench role until he's fully fit, deputizing Lorenzo Pellegrini and Matias Soule. It's his first goal contribution of the season. He has posted three off-target shots, five chances created and 14 crosses (three accurate) in sis showings (one start).

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Thursday Bailey (thigh) is on the bench for Thursday's UEFA Europa League match against Midtjylland.

Impact Bailey is on the bench for this clash, as expected after he overcame a thigh problem. However, he's not expected to play a big role off the bench any time soon.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Midtjylland Bailey (thigh) has been included in Roma's squad list to face Midtjylland on Thursday.

Impact Bailey has completed his recovery from his second thigh issue in short order, missing the past three matches. He might be handled carefully following a rehab. His return will impact Lorenzo Pellegrini, Tommaso Baldanzi and Evan Ferguson's minutes. He has appeared five times (one start), logging three shots (zero on target), three chances created and 14 crosses (three accurate).

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Cremonese Bailey (thigh) "is working well, but we're waiting for the go-ahead from the medical staff," coach Gian Piero Gasperini stated.

Impact Bailey is nearing his return but won't be back for this one, sitting out his third match in a row. Evan Ferguson (ankle) and Tommaso Baldanzi are the next men up since Artem Dovbyk and Paulo Dybala are also nursing thigh problems.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains another injury Bailey picked up a left biceps strain in training, Corriere dello Sport relayed.

Impact Bailey will spend time on the sidelines for the second time in the campaign, although the problem is believed to be less severe compared to the one that cost him two months earlier on. He'll be evaluated during the break but will likely miss some tilts afterward. He was a prime candidate to absorb Paulo Dybala's (thigh) playing time. Artem Dovbyk, Tommaso Baldanzi and Lorenzo Pellegri are the next men up at the position.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in versus Inter Bailey (thigh) registered four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in 17 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Inter Milan.

Impact Bailey looked pretty good considering he was coming off a serious thigh and debuting for a new team, providing a spark in the final minutes. He could continue to be eased into action and will deputize Matias Soule, Paulo Dybala and Lorenzo Pellegrini in the next few matches.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time Bailey (thigh) "is recovering, and we hope he'll be ready in a week or two. He's pretty close, but he's been out for a long time, so I don't think everything will go smoothly," coa...

Impact Bailey has been shelved for two months and is expected back at some point during the next cycle of matches, as he has been able to reprise training in limited capacity, but he won't be selected for the upcoming Inter game.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out a while longer Bailey (thigh) "is targeting the first game after the next international break for his return," coach Gian Piero Gasperini stated.

Impact Bailey suffered a serious thigh strain shortly after joining and missed every match so far. He's expected to skip four more contests and be back in mid-October. He'll likely be eased into action and need some time before being able to shoulder major minutes. He'll split duties with Paulo Dybala and Matias Soule once healthy.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a month Bailey will be sidelined for four weeks due to a myotendinous lesion of his right rectus femoris, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Bailey will miss a couple of matches past the mid-September break after suffering a pretty serious thigh injury in one of the first few practices with his new team. Stephan El Shaarawy and Neil El Aynaoui handled the role in the opener, and Roma might not be done adding.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh injury Bailey suffered a rectus femoris strain in his first practice with Roma, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Bailey will undergo more tests in the coming days to better determine the extent of the problem and the timetable for his return, but he'll surely miss the first two contests. Roma will turn to their usual attackers against Bologna and Pisa.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Roma Bailey has moved to Roma on loan with an option to buy from Aston Villa.

Impact Bailey departs Aston Villa, at least temporarily, after a solid four-season run, although he was no longer a fixture of the formation in the final months of the past campaign. He's coming off a down year where he posted two goals, three assists, 37 shots (nine on target) and 46 crosses (six accurate) in 34 appearances (20 starts). Instead, he had notched 10 goals and nine assists in 2023/2024. He'll split duties with Paulo Dybala, Matias Soule, Stephan El Shaarawy and Tommaso Baldanzi in the two spots behind the striker.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jamaica vs. Guadeloupe Concacaf Gold Cup Highlights | FOX Soccer

JUNE 21 • FOX SPORTS

Jamaica's Leon Bailey finds the back of the net for equalizer vs. Guadeloupe

JUNE 21 • FOX SPORTS

Falls out of favor to end campaign Bailey started in 14 of his 24 appearances while notching one goal on 28 shots and two assists on 16 chances created in the Premier League.

Impact Bailey saw a season of two halves this campaign, as he was holding a regular role and appeared for a decent amount of time each match, up until around April, then only seeing two appearances since then. This was a bit of a tough fallout for the attacker, who was seeing a huge drop off in production with his three goal contributions compared to 19 last season. This could be a tell for the future, although it also could have been due to the addition of Marco Asencio and Marcus Rashford, both attackers who fill roles Bailey plays in. That said, he will still have to compete with Morgan Rogers, Donyell Malen and Jacob Ramsey for a starting spot, plus eventually another player if the club gets active this offseason.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Bailey (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against PSG.

Impact Bailey has returned for the second leg of their UCL bout, although he is only on the bench to face PSG. He is likely still working up his legs and will only see limited minutes if any. That said, he could be called upon late but that is uncertain just after his return.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out again Bailey (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Southampton.

Impact Bailey is still waiting on his return, now making it five straight matches missed for the attacker. However, with being a late call, a return is likely not far, possibly featuring in their UCL contest on Tuesday.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Southampton Bailey (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Southampton, according to manager Unai Emery. "The only one is Leon, who is progressively getting better. Today, m...

Impact Bailey looks to still be working his way back from his undisclosed injury, as the attacker will be a late call Saturday. He will likely face a fitness test to decide if he can play, leaving him as a true game-time decision. That said, he probably wouldn't see the start immediately following his injury, more likely to see the bench and test his legs before a full return.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Bailey (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Bailey is still not an option, as the attacker will sit out a third straight match due to an undisclosed injury. This may be a precautionary move as they move into UCL action, with the club facing PSG on Wednesday.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Nottingham Bailey (undisclosed) is a late call for Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest, according to manager Unai Emery. '"Leon is getting better but we'll check this afternoon how he'...

Impact Bailey is still battling his injuries and will not be a late call for Saturday. The attacker is expected to be tested ahead of the match, with that likely deciding if he can play or not. He has bagged one goal and two assists in 23 appearances (14 starts) this season, starting in three of his past four outings, so he will hope to be an option again soon.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Takes hard kick, doubtful Wednesday Bailey is questionable for Wednesday's match against Brighton due to a kick to the leg, according to manager Unai Emery. "Leon, still, with a hard hick, and I think he is not going...

Impact Bailey looks likely to miss out Wednesday, as he is doubtful after dealing with a kick to the leg the past few days. He didn't train Monday, meaning he is more than likely going to be left out, probably only seeing a bench spot even if he is fit. He already missed out on their FA Cup match Sunday, so this could make it two straight games missed.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Reserve assist Bailey assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-0 win versus Club Brugge.

Impact Bailey was not part of Aston Villa's starting lineup against Club Brugge, with the English team finally reverting to Boubacar Kamara in its XI. The demotion did not stop Bailey from making an impact, as he logged an assist to Marco Asensio's first of two goals. In both of Villa's games against Club Brugge, Bailey directly contributed to at least one goal, a stark contrast to his uninspiring form earlier in the Champions League this season.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Tuesday Bailey scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 win versus Club Brugge.

Impact Bailey opened up the scoring Tuesday with an unassisted goal in the 3rd minute, his first goal in the Champions League this season. It's been a quiet season for Bailey -- he has just four goal contributions in 29 appearances across the Premier League and Champions League -- but he came up with a big moment versus Club Brugge. He also created one chance and won four duels before he was subbed off in the 64th minute for Boubacar Kamara.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Rashford returns to Champions League in Aston Villa's 3-1 win at Club Brugge

Marcus Rashford has resumed his Champions League career, starting in Aston Villa's 3-1 win at Club Brugge

MARCH 4 • Associated Press

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Jamaica vs. Guadeloupe Concacaf Gold Cup Highlights | FOX Soccer

Jamaica's Leon Bailey finds the back of the net for equalizer vs. Guadeloupe

Rashford returns to Champions League in Aston Villa's 3-1 win at Club Brugge