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Villa reveal Martinez transfer truth amid Juve links

Aston Villa have firmly dismissed speculation linking Emiliano Martinez with Juventus. Director of Professional Football Damian Vidagany insists the Argentina international remains central to Unai Emery's plans and says reports suggesting he could leave this summer do not reflect the club's position.

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Tielemans to Man Utd one of the best-value deals of the summer

For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

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PSG agree Digne deal with Villa

Paris Saint-Germain have moved decisively in the summer transfer market by triggering a €10 million release clause for Aston Villa left-back Lucas Digne. The veteran defender is now set to rejoin the French giants, where he previously spent two years earlier in his career.

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🎥 | David James on England, Liverpool, Alisson & more

From his early life and rise through the game to becoming Liverpool's first-choice goalkeeper, representing England on the international stage, and lifting the FA Cup with Portsmouth, David James reflects on the highs, the challenges and everything he learned along the way in the latest episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast.

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Foden or Eze to Villa unlikely even if Rogers goes for £130m

Morgan Rogers has seen a big-money transfer away from Aston Villa speculated on - potentially at £130 million ($175m) - but Stan Collymore has told GOAL why the likes of Phil Foden and Eberechi Eze are unlikely to be targeted as potential replacements for their fellow England international. Unai Emery is expected to bolster his ranks with a different type of player.

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Not Balogun! Villa prediction sees keeper preferred to USMNT star

Aston Villa have been credited with interest in Folarin Balogun, but Stan Collymore has told GOAL why Unai Emery is likely to favour another 2026 World Cup star over a United States international that made plenty of headlines at FIFA’s flagship event. The Villans are looking to bolster their ranks from back to front during the summer, with comings and goings being mooted.

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Villa and Spurs on alert as PSG winger wants summer transfer

Paris Saint-Germain starlet Ibrahim Mbaye has put several Premier League heavyweights on high alert after indicating his desire to leave the Parc des Princes this summer. The 18-year-old winger, who enjoyed a historic breakthrough during the 2026 World Cup with Senegal, is reportedly ready to seek a fresh start to secure regular first-team football.

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‘Big players always moved’ - Rogers to Arsenal annoys ex-Villan

Tony Cascarino has admitted to GOAL that “big players have always moved”, but the former Aston Villa striker is still annoyed at the slightly baffling situation that sees Morgan Rogers generating intense transfer talk. The England international is seeing a big-money move to Arsenal speculated on, with the Villans needing to sanction sales in order to comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).

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In reverse at City! Foden told why Villa could be ‘great move’

Phil Foden has seen his career slip into reverse at Manchester City, Tony Cascarino has told GOAL, with the England international being informed that a summer transfer to Aston Villa could be a “great move”. The Villans may soon find themselves in the market for another creative player as Morgan Rogers continues to generate intense exit talk in the West Midlands.

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Rogers in, Odegaard out? Ex-Arsenal star reacts to transfer talk

Arsenal are being heavily linked with Morgan Rogers so could it be a case of one in, one out at Emirates Stadium as the Aston Villa playmaker replaces Martin Odegaard in Mikel Arteta’s plans? Stefan Schwarz has reacted to that surprising transfer talk during an exclusive interview with GOAL, with the former Gunners midfielder expecting the club’s Premier League title-winning captain to stick around for now.

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‘Ridiculous’ - Rogers’ £130m price tag stuns Arsenal legend

Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has expressed his absolute shock at the reported £130 million ($172m) valuation placed on Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers. The former Gunners midfielder described the figure as a "ridiculous amount of money" as Mikel Arteta continues to weigh up a record-breaking move for the England international.

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Chelsea, Newcastle, Forest & Villa fined for UEFA rule breaches

UEFA has announced a fresh wave of financial sanctions targeting several major European clubs, with Premier League sides Chelsea, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa all receiving significant fines. The governing body’s Club Financial Control Body (CFCB) confirmed the disciplinary measures following a detailed assessment of financial sustainability requirements for the upcoming seasons.

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Rashford set for reintegration at Man Utd

Marcus Rashford is set to be integrated back into the Manchester United first-team squad ahead of the upcoming pre-season schedule. Club chiefs have ruled out sanctioning another temporary departure for the forward following his recent stint abroad, with all parties now showing a clear willingness to revive his career at Old Trafford.

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Villa demand record fee for Rogers

Aston Villa have slapped a staggering £130 million price tag on star man Morgan Rogers as interest from Premier League giants Arsenal and Chelsea continues to intensify. The Villans are determined to keep hold of their talisman, setting a valuation that would shatter the British transfer record for the England international.

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How much?! Arsenal learn staggering Rogers price tag

Arsenal have been handed a significant reality check in their pursuit of Morgan Rogers, with the Premier League champions informed that it will take a sensational nine-figure sum to prise the playmaker away from Villa Park. Mikel Arteta is desperate to freshen up his midfield options following another successful domestic campaign, but the cost of landing one of the league's brightest talents is set to test the Gunners' resolve.

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Gabby Agbonlahor tips Lionel Messi for another World Cup appearance

Former England international Gabby Agbonlahor has backed Lionel Messi to win the Premier League and Champions League if he signs for Aston Villa. The pundit also tipped the Argentina captain, who recently became the all-time leading goalscorer in the global tournament with 18 goals, to continue playing at the highest level and grace the 2030 World Cup at the age of 43.

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Arsenal prioritize £100m Rogers move

Arsenal have identified Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers as their leading transfer target as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his Premier League-winning squad. The England international is reportedly open to a move to the Emirates Stadium, although any deal could cost as much as £100 million.

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Villa demand massive Rogers fee from Arsenal & Chelsea

Aston Villa have sent a clear message to Morgan Rogers’ suitors this summer: pay the premium or look elsewhere. Despite the looming pressure of UEFA’s financial regulations, the Villa hierarchy are in no mood to let their star asset leave on the cheap as interest from Arsenal and Chelsea continues to intensify.

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Bergvall tells Spurs he wants to leave as PL rivals circle

Tottenham Hotspur are facing a major battle to keep hold of one of their brightest young talents after Lucas Bergvall reportedly informed the club of his desire to leave this summer. The Swedish midfielder, currently representing his country at the 2026 World Cup, is seeking a fresh start after falling down the pecking order under Roberto De Zerbi.