Aston Villa could begin negotiations for English defender Lloyd Kelly, who has been impressive for Juventus in the 2025/26 season.

What's behind the interest?

The Birmingham club see Kelly as one of their main targets for the summer, with a deal for Emerson Royal also closing in. Aston Villa value Kelly's technical ability and Premier League experience, and could start talks soon.

Why Kelly?

Lloyd Kelly had a good 2025/26 season for Juventus, playing 45 times in the campaign, featuring 35 times in Serie A. He became a trusted starter under Igor Tudor and Luciano Spalletti, proving the Italian press wrong.

What's the current situation?

As of June 29, 2026, Aston Villa are 4th in the Premier League, with 65 points from 38 games, and a recent form of WWDLL. Their last result was a 2-1 win over Manchester City on May 24, 2026. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 4th | | Points | 65 | | Recent Form | WWDLL |

Aston Villa will want a lower price than the €35m valuation, and should be able to get one. The club's interest in Kelly has been described as 'real', and they are continuing to gather information about signing him. With the club on a 5-game winning run, they will be looking to build on this momentum in the upcoming season.