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Sam Brown

Sam Brown

Sports Journalist · 50 articles

Content executive at Fresh Press Media Ltd

Villa linked with moves for Bolasie and Targett
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Villa linked with moves for Bolasie and Targett

Aston Villa will rival Middlesbrough in the race for both Matt Targett and Yannick Bolasie, according to Graeme Bailey of The Gambling Times. Southampton’s Targett has been much-coveted by Championship and Premier League clubs alike, with the left-back unlikely to see much first team action on the south coast this season, given club captain’s Ryan […]

Five Premier League loan signings Aston Villa could make before the deadline
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Five Premier League loan signings Aston Villa could make before the deadline

A glance at Fulham’s squad from last year will tell you a critical part of any Championship promotion-winning side is its strength in depth. A 46 game season will impact a squad through fatigue and injury, and a team’s loan signings can be as important as any other additions they make during the transfer windows. […]

Rangers notified of McCormack status
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Rangers notified of McCormack status

Aston Villa have made Rangers aware of the situation regarding Ross McCormack, according to the Daily Record.  The forward was embroiled in a row with manager Steve Bruce last year, and has consequently been informed he won’t feature in the team at Villa Park this year. However, with a huge contract, Villa have found issues […]

Aston Villa hopeful of landing Tammy Abraham before deadline
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Aston Villa hopeful of landing Tammy Abraham before deadline

Aston Villa are to make a run at Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham, as they look to strengthen their squad before the August 31 loan deadline. The 20-year-old has received loan chances at Bristol City and Swansea in previous seasons, impressing in his spells at both clubs. Eager to diversify their attacking options, Villa are hoping they […]

Bruce hints at more signings before end of transfer window
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Bruce hints at more signings before end of transfer window

Steve Bruce has hinted that there may be more additions at Villa Park before the transfer window shuts at the end of the month. The summer has already seen the acquisitions of goalkeepers Örjan Nyland and Andre Moreira, midfielder John McGinn, and versatile defender Axel Tuanzebe. However, Bruce isn’t content with the state of his […]

Villa considering move for Dijon striker Tavares
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Villa considering move for Dijon striker Tavares

Aston Villa are interested in a deadline day move for Julio Tavares of Ligue 1 side Dijon. The physical striker is the subject of an “assessment” according to a report in the Daily Mail, with a £2.5 million rumoured to be around the desired fee. Tavares joined Dijon prior to the 2012-13 season, and has […]

Villa to make run at Nick Powell before transfer deadline
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Villa to make run at Nick Powell before transfer deadline

Aston Villa are preparing to make a run at signing Wigan’s Nick Powell before the transfer window shuts on Thursday. Graeme Bailey of the Gambling Times reports that manager Steve Bruce has convinced Villa executives to make a push for the midfielder, who has been at Wigan since 2016. Making 68 appearances for the Latics […]

Bruce gives Grealish update on eve of new season
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Bruce gives Grealish update on eve of new season

Steve Bruce has offered an update on Jack Grealish on the eve of the new Championship season. The midfielder, despite numerous links suggesting he could be on the way out at Villa Park, has appeared in each of Villa’s preseason matches and is slated to start in Monday night’s season opener against Hull City. Spurs […]

Bruce eager to see Snodgrass return to Villa Park
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Bruce eager to see Snodgrass return to Villa Park

Steve Bruce is reportedly very keen to welcome Robert Snodgrass back to Villa Park for the 2018-19 season. The Scotsman secured a loan move to Villa in late August of 2017, and was a key part of a campaign that led all the way to the playoff final. Making 43 appearances, Snodgrass scored seven goals […]

Marney training with Villa following Burnley release
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Marney training with Villa following Burnley release

Dean Marney is in training with Aston Villa following his release from Burnley, according to the Mirror.  The long-time Clarets midfielder appeared for the club on 221 occasions, after joining from Hull City prior to the 2010-11 season. With 88 Premier League appearances to his name, the pedigree of Marney is almost undeniable. The 34-year-old […]

Villa join multiple Championship clubs in race for Harry Wilson loan move
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Villa join multiple Championship clubs in race for Harry Wilson loan move

Aston Villa have entered the race to secure the services of Harry Wilson on loan from Liverpool. The Welsh international spent last season on loan at Hull City, where a fruitful spell saw him score seven goals in 13 appearances in the Championship. Keen to see the 21-year-old continue to receive first-team football, Liverpool manager […]

USA-China trade war engulfs Villa Park as Xia refuses sale to Americans
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USA-China trade war engulfs Villa Park as Xia refuses sale to Americans

Tony Xia has stunned Aston Villa executives after refusing to sanction a sale of shares in the club to an American investor group. The Chinese owner has refused to deal with the Americans as a response to United States President Donald Trump’s ongoing attempts to restrict imports to the country. Protectionist tariffs are set to […]