Aston Villa Report

The Guardian

Aston Villa’s squad is crumbling while Spurs splash out. Are the financial rules fair?

Winning the Europa League and finishing fourth did not inoculate Villa and Spurs were not hampered by a season of woe

The Guardian

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend

Liverpool need midfield nous, Michael Carrick is already under pressure and Villa can bid farewell to Enzi Konsa

John Townley

Rafael Leao has again made it clear to Aston Villa that he prefers to join them over Galatasaray. Villa have spent the last few hours assessing options to structure a deal that could satisfy AC Milan, who have an agreement with Galatasaray. It's a very expensive operation. #AVFC

Jacob Tanswell

Emiliano Martinez and the long goodbye: ▪️Instrumental in #AVFC's rise ▪️Villa done with the ongoing saga ▪️Bizot as No 2 meant no mass overhaul of GK dept ▪️Strong last season but concerns over warm-up pull-outs ➕More on @theathleticfc.bsky.social - free to read…

Jacob Tanswell

Nicolas Jackson has signed a five-year contract at #AVFC plus an option of a further 12 months. 25yo underwent medical earlier today and met new team-mates. Ollie Watkins said farewell earlier in the day. Story @theathleticfc.bsky.social…

Jacob Tanswell

Barcelona away. Legendary stuff. Bruges for a third time. A taste of Turkey again, for old times' sake. Analysing #AVFC's Champions League draw - fear no one @theathleticfc.bsky.social https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7543406/2026/08/27/aston-villa-champions-league-draw-fixtures

Jacob Tanswell

Bradley Burrowes and Luka Lynch available to leave #AVFC on loan before the deadline. Villa wanted to wait until the final days of window to assess Emery's squad & if duo were needed. Villa also intend to move on others, including Feeney, Rowe, Broggio & Borland. Story…

The Guardian

Champions League draw: Arsenal face Real Madrid, Man City get Barcelona and PSG

Manchester United will host Bayern Munich

Sky Sports

Arsenal to face Real Madrid as City and Villa get PSG in CL league phase

Last season's European finalists Arsenal will play Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in this year's Champions League league phase.

John Townley

Borussia Dortmund at Villa Park is tasty. 😋 #AVFC