Iraola outlines Rayan role, Arsenal linked with Eli Kroupi
Iraola says January signing Rayan is primarily a right winger but will be used on both flanks. He assisted on debut at Wolves from the left and has also played as a number nine at Vasco da Gama.
Villa expect Ollie Watkins and Amadou Onana back for the trip to Bournemouth. Emery may manage minutes, with Tammy Abraham competing to start up front at the Vitality Stadium.
Bournemouth are set to trigger a €20m clause next week to sign Alex Jimenez permanently after his successful loan, with Milan and Real Madrid to share proceeds due to a 50% profit clause.
Report claims Arsenal held talks with Bournemouth teen Eli Kroupi, who has eight Premier League goals. PSG also linked after his agent switch to Moussa Sissoko, hinting at future interest.
Luis Sinisterra’s Cruzeiro loan has stalled as he completes a month of controlled rehab after a thigh oedema. He is edging back, with Cruzeiro’s deal including fees and conditional obligation to buy.
