Tag: Aston Villa

Chelsea/Inter/Villa circle Club Brugge CB Joel Ordóñez

Joel Ordóñez (Club Brugge)
September 2025

After Marseille talks collapsed, Chelsea, Inter and Aston Villa scouted Ordóñez during international duty. Brugge value the 20-year-old Ecuadorian at ~€40m after 49 senior games, two recent clean sheets vs Argentina and Paraguay, and rapid rise from Independiente del Valle. With modern profiles prized—mobile, aerial, comfortable defending space—Ordóñez fits top-club needs. Chelsea and Villa have live looks; Inter monitor remotely. Price and development pathway will decide the race, with January positioning likely if he sustains form through the autumn.

Carragher slams Sancho as lacking standout qualities

Jamie Carragher
September 2025

Jamie Carragher has savaged Jadon Sancho, claiming the Manchester United winger lacks “much ability” and offers no standout trait. Sancho, returning from Chelsea, joined Aston Villa on loan after Amorim relegated him to United’s “bomb squad” ahead of his expiring deal. Speaking on The Overlap, Carragher contrasted Sancho with Rashford, saying he cannot pinpoint Sancho’s defining strength. With United unlikely to extend his contract beyond 2026, the winger faces a decisive spell under Unai Emery to salvage his career at Villa.

Sancho Warned Over ‘Make or Break’ Villa Spell

Jadon Sancho (Aston Villa)
September 2025

Jadon Sancho has been warned his Aston Villa loan could define his career, with his wages threatened to fall from £350k to £50k if he fails to deliver, underscoring the pressure on him to justify his reputation. After flopping at Manchester United and a brief Chelsea loan, Sancho now follows Marcus Rashford’s path to Villa. With limited output of 12 goals in 83 United games, he must prove his worth under Unai Emery or risk irreparably damaging his elite status.

Salah Backs Elliott After Villa Switch

Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
September 2025

Mohamed Salah paid tribute to Harvey Elliott after his £35m move to Aston Villa, calling him a “champion” and predicting big success, while admitting disappointment to see his long-time Liverpool teammate leave. Elliott departed amid Liverpool’s attacking reinforcements, with Wirtz, Isak, and Ekitike limiting his minutes. Villa secured him on a loan-to-buy deal, with Emery expecting him to be a key creative force. Salah praised Elliott’s maturity and predicted an impressive future.

Lammens Reveals Why He Chose Manchester United

Senne Lammens (Manchester United)
September 2025

New Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens said the “aura of the club” swayed his decision, despite late Aston Villa interest, sealing a move from Royal Antwerp on deadline day. In his first interview, the Belgian called United his “dream move,” recalling childhood memories of the club’s greatness. He praised Old Trafford’s history and said he looks forward to continuing the legacy of legendary United keepers.

Villa Land Sancho and Elliott in Double Deal

Jadon Sancho (Manchester United), Harvey Elliott (Liverpool)
September 2025

Aston Villa have signed Jadon Sancho on loan from Manchester United and Harvey Elliott from Liverpool in a structured deal to strengthen Unai Emery’s struggling attack.Sancho joins without a purchase option, with Villa covering most of his wages. Elliott arrives on loan with an obligation to buy. Financial Fair Play concerns forced Villa to use creative deals, but Emery gains two attacking reinforcements.

Dortmund Rule Out Sancho Return

Jadon Sancho (Manchester United)
August 2025

Borussia Dortmund’s sporting director Sebastian Kehl confirmed the club will not sign Jadon Sancho due to financial demands, ending speculation over a third spell. Sancho is instead closing in on a Premier League move, with Aston Villa emerging as frontrunners. Roma dropped their interest after failing to get a final answer, while Dortmund could not meet United’s financial requirements despite Sancho’s willingness to reduce wages. United and Villa have agreed an initial loan that could revive the winger’s career.

Emery Silent on Martinez Absence Amid Exit Talk

Unai Emery (Aston Villa)
August 2025

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery responded cryptically when asked about Emi Martinez’s omission from the squad against Crystal Palace, fuelling speculation over a Manchester United move. Emery simply replied “Marco Bizot” — naming the goalkeeper who replaced Martinez in goal. The Argentine’s future at Villa Park remains uncertain with the transfer window nearing its close.

Aston Villa Close to £47m Deal for Lucas Paquetá

Lucas Paquetá (West Ham)
August 2025

Aston Villa are on the verge of signing Lucas Paquetá on loan with obligation to buy in a £47m package. The Brazilian midfielder has accepted the move, leaving West Ham under pressure amid their poor start to the season. Paquetá’s exit would be a major blow for Graham Potter’s struggling West Ham, who lost their opening three matches. For Villa, competing in Europe, his arrival bolsters depth and creativity under Unai Emery, though UEFA’s cost control rules have restricted earlier moves.

Villa Explore Move for Chelsea’s Nkunku

Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
August 2025

Aston Villa are considering signing Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea to bolster their attack. Contact has been made, with Bayern and Leipzig also monitoring. Villa’s struggles in front of goal have heightened urgency before the window shuts. Villa failed to score in their opening two league games, leaving Emery searching for firepower. Nkunku is seen as expendable by Chelsea, but Villa must act quickly to reinforce while also retaining key attacker Morgan Rogers.

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