Aston Villa scout Bayern talent as squad plans take shape
Villa scout Bayern midfielder Arijon Ibrahimovic, Emery targets a former Norwich player, two exits likely, while Douglas Luiz’s future is questioned after limited starts post-Juventus loan. Livescore
Darren Bent says he ‘didn’t get on’ with Paul Lambert after being made captain then stripped for Ron Vlaar in 2012-13, preceding his Villa decline and loans away.
Preview frames Guardiola’s Etihad farewell and Villa’s Europa League triumph. Expect an open game, City to dominate the ball. Prediction: Manchester City 3-1 Aston Villa.
Villa eye a £35m Liverpool player, with the Reds ready to sanction a sale, boosting Unai Emery’s chances of a deal.
Emi Buendia, once unwanted and loaned to Leverkusen, starred in Istanbul with a superb strike as Villa beat Freiburg 3-0 to win the Europa League, after Swansea reportedly passed on a £200k loan move years ago.
Villa carry out in-person checks on Bayern prospect Arijon Ibrahimovic as they join the race to sign the ‘fantastic’ midfielder after sealing Champions League football.
Unai Emery is reportedly targeting a former Norwich City player this summer, with two Aston Villa players expected to depart.
Villa loanee Jadon Sancho wants a permanent Borussia Dortmund return, but Man United may trigger a one-year extension to protect a fee. Talks also held with Fenerbahce and Galatasaray.
Aston Villa x adidas Originals set to drop a special long-sleeve retro shirt for 2026-27.
Piece reflects on Douglas Luiz’s decline since his 2023-24 player of the season peak, limited starts on return from Juventus loan, and doubts over his Villa future.
Predicted XIs for Man City v Aston Villa, with recent form and FPL team news ahead of the Gameweek 38 clash at the Etihad on Sunday 24 May, 16:00 BST.
