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AVLMax Yates is a Freelance Football Writer at ReadAstonVilla with almost a year of experience. He is a passionate Villa fan and has expert knowledge in pretty much anything to do with the club. When not writing, Max is probably thinking about or watching football, as well as playing cricket in the summer.
Aston Villa has opened talks with Lamare Bogarde over a new contract, despite only signing a new deal last year. The 22-year-old versatile Dutchman, who can operate as a defensive midfielder, right-back and centre-back, has been progressing well at Villa, with his performances set to earn him new terms. Bogarde joined the Midlands club from […]
Former Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert is pleased to see where the club is now compared to the horrid days when he was managing the club under the ownership of Randy Lerner. Lambert took charge of Villa in 2012 during a period of severe financial restraint and boardroom transition. Tasked with keeping a cost-cutting squad […]
Former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor has recalled the events leading up to Roy Keane’s departure at the club, where the pair shared many feuds with one another. Since they have both moved into punditry, they have exchanged comments regarding their time together at Villa. By the time Keane arrived as Paul Lambert’s assistant in […]
Aston Villa captain John McGinn will feature on a 25-foot mural in his Scottish hometown of Clydebank. The design is expected to be completed early next week, ahead of this summer’s World Cup. Perched proudly on the side of a local house on Taylor Street, the towering tribute stands just a stone’s throw away from […]
Emi Buendía’s sensational strike in Aston Villa’s 3-0 triumph over SC Freiburg has been officially named the fan-choice 2025/26 Europa League Goal of the Tournament. The Argentinian topped the global supporter poll just ahead of teammate Youri Tielemans, whose equally spectacular volley in the same final claimed second place. Villa’s masterclass at Beşiktaş Park in […]
Morgan Rogers has labelled his relationship with Unai Emery as “really close,” with the pair sharing a drive for absolute perfection and consistent improvement. However, he admitted it can be “difficult” at times when Emery uses him as an example in front of the rest of the squad. The meteoric rise of Rogers has been […]
Aston Villa have firmly joined the race to sign Lille’s highly-rated defensive midfielder Ngal’ayel Mukau. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a meteoric rise in French football, establishing himself as one of Ligue 1’s most coveted defensive talents. The young midfielder’s reputation has peaked following a highly consistent campaign with Lille. Mukau was a regular in the […]
Aston Villa’s President of Business Operations, Francesco Calvo, believes there is “much more unity” in English clubs than in Italy, and has compared the Premier League to the NBA. Modern football is rapidly transforming into a multi-billion-pound global industry. This shift often comes at the expense of the traditional community roots that built the sport. […]
Aston Villa are showing strong interest in Liverpool defender Joe Gomez, as Unai Emery prepares to upgrade his squad ahead of another European campaign. The Villans’ recruitment team is shifting into high gear following a demanding season. With more high-stakes fixtures on the horizon, Emery wants a larger squad to handle the physical demands of […]
Aston Villa have announced the ticketing details for the 2026/27 campaign, as 5% hikes issued across season tickets, match-by-match tickets and Champions League tickets. These changes mean Villa’s prices have risen by 5% two seasons running, despite the club facing backlash over the current affordability. In the announcement, they state five principles that they have […]
Aston Villa are actively accelerating their pursuit of PSG’s highly-rated winger Ibrahim Mbaye. Discussions with his representatives are underway, with a reported fee of €40 million (£34.6 million). Mbaye has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in European football. Emerging from PSG’s youth academy, he made history by breaking Warren […]
Valencia are actively pursuing a transfer for Aston Villa’s Andrés García as part of an ambitious summer overhaul of their defensive options. The Spanish club has identified the right-back as their priority ahead of pre-season, with a deal reportedly in advanced stages. Villa’s leadership originally took a calculated gamble on García in January 2025, securing […]
