Aston Villa get Cash boost as Emery targets Europe
Unai Emery prioritises the Premier League to secure Europe, while keeping Europa League ambitions. Villa sit third, chasing Arsenal and Man City, with Champions League qualification the key objective.
Villa can play Harvey Elliott freely in Europe, with his £35m buy clause now only triggered by 10 Premier League appearances. He is on seven total, with four league cameos so far.
Villa and Spurs monitor Lyon’s Pavel Sulc, valued at about £43m after 13 goals in 29 games. Atletico Madrid also keen. Villa eye an attacking midfielder after injuries and interest in Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Harry Wilson.
Villa track Sporting’s Geny Catamo but face Everton, Fulham and Lyon. The winger has a €60m clause and versatility across the front line, potentially replacing Harvey Elliott.
Leeds tip a back five and Stach’s return for Villa away, noting Kamara, McGinn and Tielemans are out for Villa. Darlow set to start. Preview frames Villa as title outsiders and strong at home.
Unai Emery says Matty Cash returns after knee issue. Kamara, McGinn, Tielemans and Alysson remain out, Harvey Elliott also unavailable. Marco Bizot suspended after red card vs Newcastle, length TBC.
Villa reportedly eye Monaco’s 19-year-old Yanis Benchaouch as a potential Emi Martinez successor after Bournemouth talks collapsed. Morocco U20 standout could be a statement signing this summer.
