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.
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.
Chelsea legend John Terry has tipped new Arsenal signing Ezri Konsa to permanently displace William Saliba in Mikel Arteta's starting XI. The England international completed a big-money move to the Emirates Stadium this week, arriving as the Gunners look to defend their Premier League title.
Aston Villa wonderkid Brian Madjo has been advised to use Manchester City striker Erling Haaland as the perfect role model, with Emile Heskey telling GOAL why the 17-year-old striker could end up being England’s long-term successor to Harry Kane in their No.9 berth. Such a standing remains a long way off for now, but there is plenty of potential to be unlocked.
Alejandro Garnacho has been warned that “alarm bells should be ringing" for him on the back of Manchester United and Chelsea flops, but Ray Houghton has told GOAL that Unai Emery can help to get the Argentina international back on track during a loan spell at Aston Villa. Said move may have seen the 22-year-old winger step into the Premier League’s last chance saloon.
Emi Martinez is seemingly eager to form part of the mass exodus at Aston Villa, but the World Cup-winning goalkeeper has avoided criticism for that transfer push from former Villans star Ray Houghton - who has been speaking exclusively to GOAL. The Argentina international has been seeking a move for over 12 months now, as he attempts to “make a lot of money” before hanging up his gloves.
Aston Villa captain John McGinn has issued an apology to supporters after Unai Emery's side suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat at Brighton on Sunday. A nightmare first-half collapse saw Villa concede four goals, score an own goal, and have Joao Gomes sent off before the interval, leaving the visiting skipper furious with the opening-day capitulation.
Brighton and Hove Albion have announced the tragic death of a 72-year-old supporter who passed away after falling unwell shortly after Sunday's victory over Aston Villa. The fan was preparing to board a supporters' bus when the incident occurred, casting a devastating shadow over the opening weekend of the Premier League season at the Amex Stadium.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery delivered a highly cryptic response when questioned about the noticeable absence of star striker Ollie Watkins during their heavy opening-weekend defeat. With the England international drawing strong transfer interest from Saudi side Al Hilal, Emery refused to clarify if the player missed the match due to physical fitness or a looming exit.
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Unai Emery's side have moved quickly to bolster their midfield options by reaching a breakthrough in talks with German international Leon Goretzka. The former Bayern Munich star is now expected to undergo a medical before completing a move to Villa Park as a free agent.
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