Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
April 2025
Aston Villa have held internal talks about signing Kevin De Bruyne, who confirmed this season will be his last with Manchester City.
The 33-year-old midfielder’s contract expires this summer, and Villa could make a move once he becomes a free agent following his Etihad exit.
Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa)
April 2025
Marcus Rashford wants to join a Champions League club next season and will delay his decision until summer, despite Aston Villa holding a £40m purchase option.
Villa haven’t triggered the option yet, and Rashford’s £350k-a-week wages may be a hurdle. He’s open to returning to United but doubts regular minutes under Ruben Amorim.
Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa), Jadon Sancho (Chelsea), Antony Matheus dos Santos (Real Betis), Tyrell Malacia (PSV Eindhoven), Carlos Henrique Casimiro & Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United)
April 2025 (ahead of summer transfer window)
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly ready to sell six players this summer to finance a major squad overhaul, including loanees and high-profile names like Marcus Rashford and Casemiro.
Amorim has told United they must sell to buy. The listed players include those currently on loan — Rashford, Sancho, Antony, Malacia and two current squad members, Casemiro and Garnacho.
Sverre Halseth Nypan (Rosenborg)
April 2025
Aston Villa are reportedly in pole position to sign highly rated teenage midfielder Sverre Halseth Nypan, ahead of Arsenal and Manchester City.
The Times reports Villa have made significant progress in negotiations, with their clear development plan giving them an edge over rival Premier League clubs chasing the Norwegian talent.
Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)
April 2025 (ahead of Tuesday’s Premier League clash)
Pep Guardiola has described Manchester City’s upcoming match against Aston Villa as a “final” in the battle for Champions League qualification, with only one point separating the two sides.
Guardiola urged City fans to bring energy from the first minute, highlighting Villa’s strong form under Unai Emery and warning of their threat after an emphatic 4-1 win over Newcastle.
Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)
April 2025
United are considering a swap deal involving Marcus Rashford and Ollie Watkins. The 27-year-old striker is seen as a potential long-term option, especially with Rashford possibly staying at Villa.
Rashford, previously valued at £40m, could facilitate Watkins’ move to Old Trafford. Arsenal are also monitoring Watkins’ situation as the summer window approaches.
Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa)
April 2025
Wayne Rooney believes Marcus Rashford still wants to succeed at Manchester United, despite his current loan at Aston Villa and uncertain long-term prospects.
Rooney, speaking on Amazon Prime, said Rashford remains a United fan at heart and ideally wants to “leave a legacy” at Old Trafford. However, Rooney admits it’s unclear if that will happen, given Rashford’s struggle for minutes under Amorim.
Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa)
April 2025
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery says it’s “difficult to plan now” for a permanent Rashford deal, casting uncertainty over the striker’s future despite a £40M summer buy option.
Rashford has impressed on loan at Villa, especially in the Champions League vs PSG, but Emery insists no decision has been made. With no guarantee Villa will sign him and no strong form at Manchester United under Amorim, Rashford may face challenges finding a permanent home this summer.
Sverre Nypan (Rosenborg)
April 2025
Aston Villa are progressing in negotiations to sign 18-year-old Norwegian midfielder Sverre Nypan, aiming to make him their first summer signing.
Talks with Rosenborg are ongoing, though a deal is not yet finalized. Nypan, a Norway U21 international, has already made 62 senior appearances, contributing 14 goals and 11 assists.
