Aston Villa news

Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke admits it is a “disappointment” that the Red Devils have not put a transfer in place for Emi Martinez.

Tottenham and Aston Villa could move for Adrien Rabiot while AC Milan explore a move following the French midfielder's exile at Marseille.

Supermodel Claudia Schiffer turned heads at the Gtech Community Stadium as she wore a Brentford shirt during the Bees' 1-0 win over Aston Villa. The 54-year-old, once crowned the 'world's sexiest woman' by FHM, was there to support her husband, filmmaker Matthew Vaughn, who recently became a minority investor in the Premier League club alongside Gary Lubner.

Aston Villa are reportedly considering a move for Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku as they aim to add attacking options late in the transfer window.

Tottenham Hotspur are weighing up a move for West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta after missing out on Eberechi Eze, with Aston Villa also interested. With Mohammed Kudus already sold to Spurs, Paqueta could be the next big name to move from east London to north.

Emi Martinez looks increasingly likely to remain at Aston Villa this season after boss Unai Emery handed him a starting role against Brentford.

How to watch the Premier League match between Brentford and Aston Villa, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Aston Villa’s pursuit of striker Nicolas Jackson looks set to end in disappointment as competition grows fierce with another "big club" joining the race, as per a new report. The 22-year-old forward, who has shown plenty of promise at Chelsea, is now the subject of intense transfer speculation as clubs scramble to secure his signature before the window shuts on September 1.

Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers has played down talk of an exit this summer despite strong interest from Tottenham and Chelsea. Spurs are eyeing the attacker after losing out on Eberechi Eze to Arsenal. Rogers insists he is happy at Villa and focused only on playing with Unai Emery's side, however, he has kept the potential of a move open amid the speculation.

Tottenham Hotspur have shifted their focus to Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers after missing out on Eberechi Eze, with the winger now their new ‘priority target’. Spurs have already made contact with intermediaries to explore a potential deal, but the Villans remain reluctant to sell their prized asset unless a huge bid comes in as they continue to struggle with PSR compatibility.

Leon Bailey has had a nightmare start to life in Italy after suffering a muscle injury during his first training session with Roma.

Arsenal are eyeing a shock move for Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers following Kai Havertz's knee injury. The German forward was notably absent from an open training session on Wednesday morning and is now set for another period on the sidelines after picking up a fresh knock. With Havertz out of action, the Gunners now have only one recognised forward in Viktor Gyokeres.

A return to the Premier League looks increasingly likely for Neal Maupay following Marseille's acquisition of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.