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SUNMax 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.
Donyell Malen lifts the lid on his “enjoyment” at Roma following a sensational 8-goal surge. Read why the Aston Villaloanee feels he’s found his perfect home in Serie A and what it means for his future at Villa Park. Donyell Malen’s excellent form at Roma has perhaps got Aston Villa questioning their decision to let him leave on loan. […]
Aston Villa contingent scattered across the globe. For many of our stars, these aren’t just friendlies; there are massive World Cup stakes on the line, and it’s going to be a tense, high-stakes watch for the Villa faithful. Here is the rundown of who to keep an eye on today: High stakes for Poland and […]
Former Aston Villa striker Andy Gray expects Morgan Rogers to be sought after in the summer, and insists Unai Emery will need to be “persuasive” to keep him at the club. Rogers, who has been a standout player in the last couple of seasons, attracted interest from clubs in the Premier League last summer. Regardless […]
Aston Villa are one of a number of clubs set to battle it out for the signature of Lyon central midfielder Corentin Tolisso. As reports emerge of a summer scramble for the Lyon midfield general, Villa look set to battle Newcastle and Tottenham for a player who perfectly fits the ‘Emery blueprint.’ With 11 goals […]
For nearly six years, Emiliano Martínez has been the undisputed heartbeat of Aston Villa. From his transformative arrival in 2020 to his legendary World Cup heroics, “Dibu” hasn’t just guarded the net at Villa Park he has defined the club’s ambitious new era. However, following his emotional “near-farewell” last May and intensified interest from Manchester United and Inter […]
Unai Emery faces a defining summer at Aston Villa. Why sentiment must be cast aside to refresh an ageing squad and who is at risk in the upcoming overhaul. Aston Villa has the second-highest average age squad in the Premier League at 28.4, behind Fulham. 15 players are currently aged 28 or over. The need […]
Aston Villa are among the Premier League clubs monitoring PSG’s rising star Ibrahim Mabyé. Discover the latest on the transfer race, Mabyé’s potential price tag, and why Unai Emery is keen to bring the French wonderkid to Villa Park this summer. Sky Sports has reported that Aston Villa are one of several Premier League clubs […]
As Aston Villa continues its ascent under Unai Emery, the 2026 summer transfer window presents a golden opportunity to add elite talent without the burden of heavy transfer fees. With several high-profile contracts set to expire, Villa is positioning itself to be a primary destination for the world’s most sought-after free agents. This summer, many […]
Aston Villa’s pursuit of Champions League football requires more than just tactical brilliance on the pitch; it demands a ruthless strategy in the transfer market. As the Premier League’s financial restrictions continue to tighten, the hierarchy at Villa Park must identify high-value opportunities to bolster the squad without breaching spending limits. West Ham, Nottingham Forest […]
Aston Villa’s push for Champions League football next season was given a huge boost as Youri Tielemans made his long-awaited return in the 2-0 win against West Ham United. The Belgian international came on for captain John McGinn in the 67th minute to loud cheers from the home supporters. Tielemans suffered an ankle injury in […]
Aston Villa are set to travel to Spain during the international break for a training camp. A friendly match against La Liga side Elche is expected to take place at the Pinatar Arena behind closed doors on Friday. Following a pivotal 2-0 victory over West Ham in the Premier League, Aston Villa find themselves in a commanding […]
The Claret and Blue faithful have even more reason to celebrate this week as Aston Villa officially confirmed that teenage sensation Bradley Burrowes has put pen to paper on a new long-term contract. The pacy forward was recently called up to England’s U-18 squad and has been in superb form this season. He has been a mainstay […]
