Aston Villa have ramped up their efforts to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki as the club prepares for the potential departure of Emiliano Martinez. While the Midlands side had previously insisted the 2022 World Cup winner was not for sale, fresh developments suggest a move to Serie A is now a distinct possibility.
Aston Villa have suffered an untimely injury blow ahead of the new Premier League campaign after teenage sensation Brian Madjo picked up an issue during the UEFA Super Cup. The 17-year-old striker, who scored on his competitive debut against Paris Saint-Germain, is now facing a spell on the sidelines that will rule him out until at least September.
Free agent Jadon Sancho is leaning towards continuing his career abroad despite attracting interest and contract offers from several Premier League clubs. The 26-year-old winger is currently assessing his future six weeks after leaving Manchester United, with former club Borussia Dortmund among the prominent European sides monitoring his situation.
Gary McAllister has provided a rare insight into the managerial journey of Steven Gerrard, reflecting on the highs of their Rangers tenure and the subsequent challenges faced in the Premier League. The former Scotland international, who served as Gerrard's trusted assistant at both Ibrox and Villa Park, believes the Liverpool icon is simply waiting for the perfect project to reignite his coaching career.
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.
Bayern Munich still have not found a buyer for Joao Palhinha. A move to Aston Villa will not happen, as board member for sport Max Eberl made unmistakably clear at a press conference.
Ezri Konsa has made his feelings clear on a move to north London after Aston Villa shocked Arsenal by demanding exactly double their initial offer. Mikel Arteta is desperate to land the England defender following William Saliba's injury, but Villa's staggering new price tag threatens to derail the transfer.
Youri Tielemans has been forced into a public apology to Aston Villa supporters after making controversial comments regarding his summer move to Manchester United. The Belgian midfielder sparked a backlash after suggesting that he had taken a step up by joining the Red Devils during the current transfer window.
Nicolas Jackson is reportedly determined to remain at Chelsea this summer, despite mounting interest from Premier League rivals Aston Villa and potential suitors in La Liga. The Senegalese forward is eager to prove his worth at Stamford Bridge as the club begins a new era under the guidance of manager Xabi Alonso.
Sacha Boey, Joao Palhinha, Bryan Zaragoza: all three players are set to leave Bayern Munich for good this summer transfer window. But there appears to be progress with only one of them.
Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their new season in ideal fashion by securing a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa to retain the UEFA Super Cup. Following the hard-fought triumph, midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery hailed the incredible unity within Luis Enrique's squad as they target even more silverware.
Emiliano Buendia insists Aston Villa can take pride in their performance despite falling to a 2-1 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup. The Argentine playmaker believes the spirit shown against the European champions signals a promising start to a new era for Unai Emery's side following significant summer changes.
Paris Saint-Germain summer signing Maghnes Akliouche has earned glowing praise from manager Luis Enrique following his debut. The 24-year-old French international impressed during a 45-minute cameo in PSG's 2-1 UEFA Super Cup victory over Aston Villa.
Paris Saint-Germain hero Desire Doue has declared that the French champions intend to win every available trophy this season following their UEFA Super Cup triumph. The France international produced a brilliant goal and assist as Luis Enrique's side edged past Aston Villa 2-1, becoming just the fourth club in history to retain the silverware.