Aston Villa
Villa Park will erupt if Dean Smith can sign £25m Everton target this summer – SL View
Aston Villa have joined the race to sign Leon Bailey from Bayern Leverkusen this summer, according to the Daily Mail. The 23-year-old is seen as one of the most exciting young attacking talents in Bundesliga, and he would be a cracking signing for Dean Smith’s side. However, Villa could face competition from Everton, with The Athletic recently claiming that Bailey features on their shortlist. The Jamaican international bagged 14 goals and 10 assists in 38 appearances last term and has everything it takes to light Villa Park up. Villa have already signed Emiliano Buendia from Norwich City, but Smith is still looking to add another creative attacking midfielder or winger to his squad. While there have been talks of Manchester City luring Jack Grealish away, Villa insist that t...
Aston Villa could have a scary attack as report claims Dean Smith wants to sign 17-goal ace
Aston Villa want to sign Bournemouth winger Arnaut Danjuma this summer, according to a report from The Sun (print edition, July 20, page 51). The Villans seem to be one of the most ambitious clubs in the Premier League this summer. Dean Smith has already brought Emiliano Buendia and Ashley Young to Villa Park. Villa have also been linked with big-money moves for Tammy Abraham (Birmingham Mail) and Emile Smith-Rowe (Birmingham Mail). It seems as though the west Midlands outfit are far from finished with their business this summer. Aston Villa are eyeing a move to sign Danjuma this summer Aston Villa chasing Danjuma The Sun claims that the Bournemouth winger is a transfer target for Smith this summer. The Cherries reportedly want around £35 million for the 24-year-old. The Holland ...
‘Go all out for JWP’ – Some Villa fans react after being linked with ‘outstanding player’
Aston Villa fans have taken to Twitter to express their reaction to reports linking the club with a move for Will Hughes. According to reports from The Express, Villa are keen to sign the Watford midfielder this summer. Dean Smith is looking to bolster his midfield options, with Villa registering an interest in signing James Ward-Prowse early this summer. With Southampton refusing to wilt under pressure, it seems Villa have turned their attention towards signing the former Derby County midfielder. Hughes joined the Hornets from Derby County back in 2017 for around £8 million and played a key role last season as the club secured promotion. Many Villa fans appreciate that Hughes is a good player, but they feel he is not the one who can take the club to the next level. Smith has stressed...
Report: Aston Villa to make £13m bid for ‘sheer class’ Copa America star
Aston Villa are ready to make a £13 million bid for River Plate’s Julian Alvarez, according to a report from Calciomercato. Dean Smith seems intent on adding more creativity and guile to his ranks at Villa Park this summer. Villa have already signed Emiliano Buendia from Norwich City. However, the Midlands outfit are far from finished in the transfer market. Aston Villa are allegedly keen to sign Julian Alvarez this summer Aston Villa want to land Julian Alvarez Calciomercato claims that the Villans are ready to make a £13m bid for the 21-year-old winger, but River Plate want £21m. Whether the two clubs will be able to meet somewhere in the middle remains to be seen. Alvarez would be a very exciting addition for Villa if Smith does manage to bring him to Villa Park this summer. ...
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Striker could leave Aston Villa this summer, manager treatment to blame [Opinion]
Keinan Davis faces an uncertain future at Aston Villa as he’s struggled for form and playing time under Dean Smith. The 23-year-old has made a total of 85 appearances in all competitions for Villa, bagging just six goals and seven assists, but he’s likely to be bottom of the pecking order next season. While Wesley Moraes was recovering from a cruciate knee ligament injury last season, Davis was direct back up to Ollie Watkins and made 18 appearances across the board. He scored only two goals, made two assists and seldom started, so it’s clear he’s a last resort than a first option. And with Wesley returning during the tail-end of 2020/21, making three appearances, Davis may struggle for opportunities this coming campaign. He’s already been linked with a loan move away from Villa this summe...
Aston Villa set to submit bid for highly rated winger, player’s agent is in England
Aston Villa are reportedly interested in signing River Plate attacker Julian Alvarez this summer and are expected to submit a bid for him in the coming days. According to TNT Sports, the 20-year-old’s representative is already in England, and Villa are preparing an offer of more than €10 million. Alvarez is expected to join up with his compatriot Emiliano Martinez at the Midlands club next season. The highly-rated player has a big future ahead of him and could prove a quality long-term investment for the Premier League club. Villa need more depth in their attack, and the youngster could be a useful squad option, particularly with his ability to play across the front line. Alvarez bagged four goals and seven assists across all competitions for River Plate last season and will only get bette...
West Ham favourites to sign Aston Villa target with 18 goal contributions last season – report
West Ham United have jumped ahead of Aston Villa in the race to sign Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham this summer, Football Insider reports. The England international was the Blues’ joint top-scorer last season with 12 goals, but he played just 16 minutes during the final three months of the campaign. The European champions are actively searching for an elite striker this summer, and Abraham is free to head through the exit door for the right price. Both West Ham and Villa have been regularly linked, but the latter are reluctant to make a move with Dean Smith having concerns over Abraham’s finishing qualities. Hammers boss David Moyes has previously suggested that the club may not afford Abraham for the reported £40 million price tag in the media. However, it is now reported that he coul...
Report: Aston Villa walk away from midfielder deal because of ‘ridiculous’ £20m asking price
Aston Villa have been linked with a move to sign Metz midfielder Pape Matar Sarr. Dean Smith was said to be keen to bring the 18-year-old to Villa Park this summer according to The Daily Mail (July 8th, page 11). There has now been a fresh update on the situation, however. The Birmingham Mail’s chief Aston Villa correspondent Ashely Preece reckons that the Villans’ interest has cooled due to Metz’s ‘ridiculous’ asking price. PAPE MATAR SARR METZ FOOTBALL : Metz vs Lille – Ligue 1 Uber Eats – 09/04/2021 FEP/Panoramic PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxFRAxITAxBEL It is claimed that the French club are asking for north of £20 million for the teenager. Aston Villa smart to walk away from Sarr deal £20 million or more really is a lot of money to be paying for an 18-year-old who is totally unproven i...
Report: Aston Villa eyeing move to sign 96-capped international for absolutely nothing
Aston Villa are contemplating a move to sign free agent Wayne Hennessey this summer, according to Birmingham Mail journalist Ashley Preece. The Villans are on the lookout for a new goalkeeper this summer. Dean Smith expects to sell Lovre Kalinic when he returns from his summer break, according to the Birmingham Mail. Villa have already been fairly active in the summer transfer window, with Emi Buendia and Ashley Young already arriving at the club. However, Villa boss Smith seems to be intent on bolstering his ranks even further. Aston Villa target Wayne Hennessey in action for Wales Aston Villa eyeing Wayne Hennessey swoop The Birmingham Mail reckon that the 34-year-old former Crystal Palace stopper is on Villa’s radar. Emi Martinez is the Villans’ undisputed number one goal...
‘This is great’ – Gary Lineker reacts to what ‘brilliant’ Villa star has done
Argentina secured a place in the Copa America final following a hard-fought penalty shoot-out win over Colombia last night, with Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez emerging as the hero. Lionel Messi-led side took the lead seven minutes into the game through Lautaro Martinez but were pegged back with 30 minutes to go. Both sides finished regulation and extra-time without a winner, and it was up to Martinez to save the day. The Villa goalkeeper thwarted the Colombians, saving three spot-kicks as Argentina ran out 3-2 winners. BBC Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker was impressed with his heroics. This is great. Another penalty shoot out, this time in Copa America, and Argentina win it thanks to the brilliant Martinez. https://t.co/jmY5HxVYdn — Gary Lineker 💙 (@GaryLineker) July 7, 2...
Report claims Aston Villa are now closing in on deal to sign midfielder
Aston Villa are closing in on a deal to sign Tim Iroegbunam from West Bromwich Albion, according to the Birmingham Mail. Dean Smith seems determined to bolster his ranks at Villa Park this summer. Villa have already completed the signings of Emiliano Buendia and Ashley Young, while Arsenal’s Emile Smith-Rowe is also on their wishlist (Daily Mail). Smith also has an eye on strengthening his youth ranks, and Iroegbunam has caught his attention. Aston Villa close to Tim Iroegbunam deal? The West Brom youngster is closing in on a move to Villa Park, according to The Birmingham Mail. The 18-year-old is a defensive midfielder by trade and has really impressed at youth level for the Baggies. He racked up four goals and four assists in 39 games for West Brom’s under-23’s and under-1...
Dean Smith keen on 21-yr-old attacker, Aston Villa willing to pay big money
Aston Villa are interested in signing the Burnley winger Dwight McNeil this summer. According to Football Insider, the West Midlands club are keen on a move for the Arsenal playmaker Emile Smith Rowe but they could turn their attentions towards McNeil if the Gunners refuse to sell the youngster. Villa have already had two bids knocked back for the Arsenal midfielder. According to the report, Dean Smith wants to sign a versatile forward this summer and McNeil has been earmarked as a key target. The Premier League side are willing to pay big money for the 21-year-old winger this summer. McNeill has been a key player for Burnley and he has the potential to develop into a top-class footballer. His signing could prove to be a quality long-term investment for the West Midlands club thi...
