Aston Villa: Recent transfers

Rofiat Imuran joins Aston Villa as ninth summer signing

Aston Villa complete the signing of Nigerian international defender Rofiat Imuran, adding pace and experience to their defensive options ahead of the new season.

1 Sep 2026

Aston Villa sign Taylor Harwood-Bellis in £30m deal

Aston Villa have reached a £30m agreement to sign Southampton centre-back Taylor Harwood-Bellis, making him their ninth summer signing.

31 Aug 2026

Villa make surprise offer for Man United's Amad

Aston Villa have made a surprise move for Manchester United's Amad Diallo, according to reports, with the club looking to add firepower.

30 Aug 2026

Aston Villa sell Martinez to Chelsea in £7.5m deal

Aston Villa transfer Emiliano Martinez to Chelsea for a reported £7.5m fee, ending the goalkeeper's five-year spell at Villa Park.

30 Aug 2026

Aston Villa sell Martinez to Chelsea for £7.5m

Aston Villa transfer Emiliano Martinez to Chelsea for £7.5m, with the goalkeeper moving after being deemed surplus to requirements by Unai Emery.

30 Aug 2026

Emi Martinez Chelsea debut after Aston Villa exit

Aston Villa sold goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to Chelsea for £7.5m, with the 33-year-old eligible to start against Brighton after his registration was completed before the Premier League deadline.

30 Aug 2026

Martínez completes Chelsea transfer from Aston Villa

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has joined Chelsea for £7.5m, ending a two-year desire to leave the club after their Europa League win.

30 Aug 2026

Aston Villa eye Leverkusen's Kofane in late bid

Aston Villa are in a late-window race with Chelsea and Newcastle for Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane, per reports.

30 Aug 2026

Villa eye Bundesliga forward to replace Ollie Watkins

Aston Villa are in talks to bring in a Bundesliga forward to replace Ollie Watkins, according to DeadlineDayLive.

30 Aug 2026

Aston Villa set to offer Ian Maatsen new deal

Aston Villa are preparing a new contract for Ian Maatsen after Manchester United's deadline-day interest in the left-back, according to Sky Sports Football.

29 Aug 2026

Aston 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.

29 Aug 2026

Ibrahim 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.

29 Aug 2026

Villa 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.

29 Aug 2026

Villa 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.

29 Aug 2026

Harvey 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.

29 Aug 2026

Villa 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.

27 Aug 2026

Villa 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.

27 Aug 2026

Crystal 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.

26 Aug 2026

Watkins 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.

26 Aug 2026

Villa 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.

26 Aug 2026

Villa 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.

26 Aug 2026

Aston 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.

26 Aug 2026

Aston 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.

26 Aug 2026

Aston 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.

26 Aug 2026

Aston 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.

26 Aug 2026

Aston 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.

26 Aug 2026

Villa 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.

25 Aug 2026

Aston 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.

25 Aug 2026

Ollie 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.

24 Aug 2026

Ollie 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.

24 Aug 2026