Aston Villa weigh Super Cup absences and striker moves
Villa are reportedly in pole position to sign a £21.4m midfielder after talks, with NSWE pushing to add to their summer business alongside Matteo Ruggeri.
Villa's hopes of a loan for Endrick have suffered a blow after Real Madrid told the Brazil forward they want to keep him this season despite interest from Emery's side.
Villa may be without McGinn, Watkins and Martinez for the Super Cup against PSG. Gomes and Garnacho could debut, with Bizot tipped to start and Guessand to lead the line.
Former Villa left-back Lucas Digne said it is 'truly incredible' to return to PSG, adding that revisiting the Parc des Princes with Villa was a 'magical moment'.
Arsenal remain keen on Ezri Konsa but Villa's valuation could deter a deal. Ben Jacobs says the Gunners have not given up, though they are set to stay disciplined.
Villa are among clubs to have made enquiries for Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys, though Brugge are in no rush to sell the 21-year-old.
Villa have enquired about Juventus striker Jonathan David, possibly on loan. Emery's side are exploring a deal as Juve weigh a sale to fund a move for Joshua Zirkzee.
