Chelsea have opened dialogue with the representatives of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez as the Blues look to solve their ongoing issues between the sticks. The West London club are increasingly concerned by the recent form of current number one Robert Sanchez following a shaky start to the Premier League campaign.
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.
Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United to launch a shock transfer bid for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins. The club legend also questioned the Red Devils' recruitment strategy, expressing frustration that Michael Carrick's side missed out on bringing Danny Welbeck back to Old Trafford.
Rafael Leao could be set for a sensational move to the Premier League as Aston Villa have officially opened negotiations with AC Milan for the talented forward. The Portuguese international is reportedly open to the move, marking a potential turning point in his career at the San Siro.
Aston Villa have been handed a major boost in their search for attacking reinforcements as Ollie Watkins pushes for a transfer to the Saudi Pro League. Unai Emery's side have already held discussions over a potential move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta as a replacement.
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