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Leon Bailey is thought to favour a move to Hull City, although the newly promoted club have not yet reached an agreement with Aston Villa. The winger appears increasingly likely to leave Villa Park during the summer transfer window. Hull City correspondent Barry Cooper reports that Bailey wants the transfer. However, negotiations have not progressed […]
Brian Madjo scored twice in Aston Villa’s 5-0 pre-season victory over Walsall, offering supporters an exciting glimpse of his potential. However, the 17-year-old still cannot play competitive football while Villa await a decision over his registration. Madjo opened the scoring at the Bescot Stadium before adding his second goal shortly before half-time. His movement, strength […]
Aston Villa are stepping up their interest in Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu as Unai Emery considers further changes between the posts. Bournemouth are also pushing to sign the Germany international, who could cost up to €30million. TEAMtalk reports that Villa have made contact over Atubolu, with discussions said to be intensifying. The 24-year-old wants to […]
Alejandro Garnacho brings Aston Villa something their attack has lacked: a natural left winger who wants to run directly at defenders. The Argentine is not a like-for-like replacement for Morgan Rogers, but he can give Unai Emery a different weapon next season. Villa have agreed an initial loan with a conditional obligation to buy. Garnacho […]
Alejandro Garnacho’s Aston Villa transfer has been agreed after Unai Emery personally drove the move. Villa will sign the Chelsea winger on loan with a conditional obligation to buy him permanently. The Athletic reports that Garnacho has completed his medical. The 22-year-old is already in Birmingham, while a four-year contract is ready if the permanent […]
Gabby Agbonlahor has urged Aston Villa to abandon the Alejandro Garnacho Aston Villa transfer. The former Villa captain described the proposed Chelsea loan deal as a “nightmare” and questioned whether the winger would improve Unai Emery’s squad. Speaking to talkSPORT, Agbonlahor criticised Garnacho’s performances and attitude during spells with Manchester United and Chelsea. He also […]
Aston Villa reportedly viewed Arsenal’s approach for Ezri Konsa as “quite insulting” because the clubs remain far apart on valuation. The Ezri Konsa Arsenal transfer now looks difficult unless the Gunners significantly improve their position. Ben Jacobs, in comments relayed by Talking Highbury, said Arsenal contacted Villa to enquire about the England defender. However, the […]
Aston Villa have blocked the Emiliano Martinez transfer by refusing to lower their €12million asking price. Juventus still want the Argentina goalkeeper, but they are now exploring other options. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Martinez remains Juventus’ preferred target. The Italian club value his experience, personality and quality at the highest level. However, Villa […]
Morgan Rogers has revealed whafter completing his £117million transfer to Chelsea. The England international identified Xabi Alonso’s playing style as a major influence, while the opportunity to reunite with Cole Palmer also appealed to him. Rogers leaves after recording 31 goals and 29 assists across 125 appearances for the club. 23-year-old has signed a Chelsea […]
Aston Villa Women have officially announced the signing of Japan international goalkeeper Akane Okuma from INAC Kobe Leonessa. The 21-year-old has completed her move to Villa, subject to visa approval, as Natalia Arroyo continues reshaping her squad before the 2026/27 Women’s Super League season. Okuma began her senior career with JEF United Chiba before joining […]
Aston Villa began their pre-season preparations with a comfortable 5-0 victory over Walsall as João Gomes made his first appearance for the club. Unai Emery used 23 players during Tuesday evening’s friendly at the Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium, giving senior and academy prospects their first minutes of the summer. Brian Madjo scored twice before half-time, while […]
Aston Villa have officially confirmed Morgan Rogers has completed his permanent transfer to Chelsea in a reported £117million deal. Rogers leaves Villa Park after two-and-a-half seasons, having developed from a Championship prospect into an England international under Unai Emery. Villa praised the 23-year-old’s “impeccable behaviour and commitment” and said he leaves with the best wishes […]