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ReviewAston Villa thrashed 4-0 by Brighton in season opener
Aston Villa's Premier League campaign started disastrously with a 4-0 defeat to Brighton, dropping them to 19th place ahead of a crucial home match against Arsenal.
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TransferAston Villa target Rafael Leão as Milan coach opens exit door
Aston Villa are linked with a move for AC Milan's Rafael Leão after coach Ruben Amorim stated the forward is free to depart the Italian club.
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TransferIbrahim Mbaye joins Aston Villa in €55m transfer deal
Aston Villa have signed 18-year-old Senegal international Ibrahim Mbaye from PSG for €55m, targeting his pace and potential as they look to improve on a poor start to the season.
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TransferVilla close on Jackson and Mbaye transfers
Aston Villa are close to signing Nicolas Jackson and Ibrahim Mbaye for nearly £100m, with Ollie Watkins moving to Saudi Arabia for £50m.
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TransferVilla reach verbal agreement to sign PSG forward Ibrahim Mbaye
Aston Villa have agreed a deal worth around £47 million to sign Paris Saint-Germain and Senegal forward Ibrahim Mbaye, as the club moves to replace outgoing players.
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TransferHarvey Elliott transfer interest after Aston Villa loan
Liverpool's Harvey Elliott is a target for Valencia after a tough loan at Aston Villa, with Lazio and Napoli also keen on the winger.
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ClubOllie Watkins Aston Villa Future
Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins is embroiled in a controversy, with Alan Shearer commenting, as Villa struggles with 0 scored and 4 conceded goals this season.
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TransferVilla target Todibo as defensive search continues
Aston Villa have shifted focus to West Ham's Jean-Clair Todibo following the breakdown of a deal for Joel Ordonez, according to DeadlineDayLive.
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TransferVilla reach verbal agreement for Rafael Leao loan
Aston Villa have agreed a deal with AC Milan to sign Rafael Leao, with a loan move set to include a conditional £50m permanent clause.
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TransferCrystal Palace hijack Aston Villa's Joel Ordonez transfer
Crystal Palace have hijacked Aston Villa's move for Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez, opening talks for the £40m-rated Ecuadorian.
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TransferWatkins departure mars Aston Villa legacy
Ollie Watkins' move to Al Hilal leaves Aston Villa reeling after a 4-0 loss, with the club bottom of the Premier League table.
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TransferVilla progress in Joel Ordonez transfer from Brugge
Aston Villa are advancing on a loan with obligation to buy for Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez, a move that follows Ezri Konsa's departure to Arsenal.
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TransferVilla eye Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado
Aston Villa are linked with a move for Barcelona's Spanish international midfielder Marc Casado, with a reported fee of €30-40 million.
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TransferAston Villa eye Joshua Zirkzee transfer from Man Utd
Aston Villa are monitoring Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee, who is set to leave Old Trafford with Serie A clubs also keen.
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TransferAston Villa transfer news: Mateta bid and Jackson deal
Aston Villa have bid for Jean-Philippe Mateta and are nearing a €70m deal for Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson, according to reports.
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TransferAston Villa expect £50m from Al Hilal for Ollie Watkins
Aston Villa maintain their £50m valuation for Ollie Watkins as Al Hilal prepare to meet the asking price, with Nicolas Jackson lined up as a potential replacement.
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TransferAston Villa approach Bayer Leverkusen for striker Christian Kofane
Aston Villa have made an approach to Bayer Leverkusen for 20-year-old striker Christian Kofane as they step up contingency plans to replace Ollie Watkins, who wants to join Al Hilal.
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ClubVilla target Kofane after rejecting Watkins bid
Aston Villa have approached Bayer Leverkusen for 20-year-old Christian Kofane after turning down a £45 million offer for Ollie Watkins. The move could replace Watkins as Villa look to strengthen their attack.
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TransferAston Villa open talks to sign Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea
Aston Villa are in talks to sign Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea as a potential replacement for Ollie Watkins, who is expected to join Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.
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TransferVilla target Joel Ordonez after Harwood-Bellis deal fails
Aston Villa are pursuing Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez after a failed bid for Southampton’s Taylor Harwood-Bellis. The 22-year-old Ecuador international is being targeted for a minimum £40m fee. Villa, who sold Ezri Konsa to Arsenal, are looking to strengthen a squad that lost key players and suffered a 4-0 opening defeat.
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TransferAston Villa Transfer News: Exploratory Talks for Rafael Leão
Aston Villa are in exploratory talks with AC Milan over a potential transfer for Rafael Leão, a Premier League target.
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TransferOllie Watkins Facing Al-Hilal Move, Villa Uncertain
Ollie Watkins, Aston Villa's record Premier League goalscorer, is on the brink of a move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, with the club reportedly offering close to £40 million. The transfer deadline is next Tuesday, and Villa's asking price remains above the Saudi club's offer, leaving the striker's future uncertain.
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ClubBrighton vs Aston Villa: Lineups Confirmed for Premier League Matchday 1
Brighton & Hove Albion host Aston Villa on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the AMEX Stadium. The Villans are slight favourites after a 4-3 win last season. Brighton’s squad features record-fee defender Luka Vuskovic and new signings Promise David, Pascal Struijk, Zadok Yohanna, and Costinha. Villa’s lineup includes Marco Bizot, Matty Cash, Victor Lindelof, Pau Torres, Ian Maatsen, Ross Barkley, Boubacar Kamara, John McGinn, Joao Gomes, Emiliano Buendia, and George Hemmings.
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TransferOllie Watkins Out of Villa’s Brighton Match as Transfer Rumours Mount
Ollie Watkins was omitted from Aston Villa’s squad for the Premier League opener against Brighton & Hove Albion on 23 August 2026, amid growing transfer speculation. Manager Unai Emery confirmed the striker’s potential exit, while goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez also fell outside the matchday squad after expressing a desire to leave. Villa fielded a reshuffled lineup featuring Emiliano Buendía up front and Marco Bizot between the posts.