Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has admitted Argentina’s recent success sometimes moves him to tears as he prepares to face Spain in Sunday’s World Cup final. The 33-year-old is one victory away from helping Argentina become the first country since Brazil in 1962 to retain the trophy. Speaking before the final, Martínez said he remains […]
Aston Villa’s pursuit of João Palhinha has taken a fresh twist after reports that the midfielder was travelling to Birmingham for a medical were dismissed. Villa remain among the leading contenders to sign the Bayern Munich midfielder, alongside Portuguese giants Benfica. However, Sky Germany reports that Palhinha is not expected at Villa on Saturday. Bayern have yet […]
Aston Villa are closing in on Pervis Estupiñán after reportedly agreeing personal terms with the AC Milan left-back. Negotiations between Villa and Milan have now reached an advanced stage, with Unai Emery optimistic about reuniting with the Ecuador international. The Telegraph, via SempreMilan, reports that a fee of around €15m, approximately £13m, could be enough […]
Aston Villa have completed the club-record signing of Johan Manzambi from Freiburg in a deal worth up to £59.5m. The Switzerland international becomes the most expensive arrival in Villa’s history. The package surpasses the £50m paid to Everton for Amadou Onana in 2024. Sky Sports reports that the total fee is worth almost €70m with […]
Aston Villa Women have completed the permanent signing of Norway international Mathilde Harviken from Juventus, subject to visa approval. The 24-year-old centre-back arrives with extensive experience across domestic and international football, having already made more than 200 senior club appearances. Harviken spent 18 months with Juventus after joining from Rosenborg in January 2025. She made […]
Aston Villa are expected to resist any Arsenal approach for Ezri Konsa as Mikel Arteta considers adding another versatile defender to his squad. The Gunners have monitored Konsa following William Saliba’s back injury at the World Cup, with the Villa defender capable of playing at centre-back or right-back. OneFootball claims Arsenal are preparing an opening […]
Aston Villa goalkeeper Sam Proctor has joined Shrewsbury Town on a season-long loan for the 2026/27 campaign. The 19-year-old will compete with Will Brook for a starting place at Croud Meadow as he begins his first full spell in senior football. Proctor has progressed through Villa’s academy and was part of the sides which won […]
Aston Villa will consider selling naming rights for Villa Park, but any agreement must preserve the name and identity of the club’s historic home. President of business operations Francesco Calvo has also ruled out leaving the stadium, with redevelopment preferred over building a new ground elsewhere. Calvo described Villa Park as a “football cathedral” and […]
Former Aston Villa striker Gary Thompson has expressed his disappointment after Ollie Watkins was overlooked during England’s World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina. Watkins remained on the bench as Thomas Tuchel’s side surrendered a narrow lead and suffered a 2-1 defeat in Atlanta. The Villa striker played only six minutes during the tournament. His sole […]
Aston Villa have been given fresh encouragement in their pursuit of Ibrahim Mbaye after Fabrizio Romano reported that the winger will leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer. The 18-year-old has attracted interest from several Premier League and Bundesliga clubs following his breakthrough in France. Villa are among the sides to have explored a move as Unai […]
Aston Villa face increased pressure over Morgan Rogers after Arsenal reportedly decided to accelerate their pursuit of the £130million-rated attacker.
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