Aston Villa Report

Jacob Tanswell

Emiliano Martinez's move from #AVFC to Juventus is now off. Personal terms not an issue & both clubs closer to valuation, but Serie A side decided against continuing with deal. Zion Suzuki set to join Villa regardless & become No 1. Story w/ @david-ornstein.bsky.social on…

John Townley

Calm and understated off the pitch, it's Zion Suzuki's commanding presence between the sticks that matches the scale of his ambition: "to become the best goalkeeper in the world." Nicknamed 'animale' at Parma, Suzuki has big shoes to fill at #AVFC. 🇯🇵…

John Townley

The challenge of replacing Emi Martinez has been on Aston Villa's radar for more than 18 months. One of the hardest players to replace in the squad, but the recruitment team are very excited about Zion Suzuki. PSG had a jet prepared until Villa made their offer. 🇯🇵 #AVFC

Jacob Tanswell

#AVFC reach agreement to sign Zion Suzuki from Parma. Deal worth €30m+possible €5m in add-ons. 23yo Villa's top GK target to succeed Emi Martinez - had tracked Suzuki over the previous two seasons. Villa believe player favoured a move to them throughout the summer.…

John Townley

Aston Villa and Juventus remain in talks over the transfer of Emi Martinez. The 33yo's finger injury has been considered by Juve this summer, but Villa hadn't anticipated it being a deal-breaker. Villa also continue to work towards finalising a deal for Zion Suzuki. #AVFC

Jacob Tanswell

Negotiations progressing between Juventus and #AVFC for Emiliano Martinez. Villa have received a new bid, with Serie A club willing to pay up to €10m - below what Villa want, but both moving closer. Villa working to secure Zion Suzuki as replacement. W/David Ornstein…

John Townley

🚨 Zion Suzuki is keen to join Aston Villa. Talks are progressing well, but nothing has been finalised at this stage. PSG are understood to be frustrated after their deal for the 23yo goalkeeper collapsed at the final hurdle. #AVFC

Jacob Tanswell

#AVFC in talks to sign Zion Suzuki from Parma. Villa believe 23yo favours a move to the club, with negotiations in excess of €30million. Renewed interest in Suzuki comes with Emiliano Martinez now stepping up discussions to leave. @theathleticfc.bsky.social…

John Townley

#AVFC conclude their preparations for the new season with a 2-1 defeat to Borussia Mönchengladbach in Germany. Villa were poor in the first half but improved following the introductions of more first-team stars. John McGinn with the goal. 🇩🇪…

John Townley

🚨 Understand that Juventus are once again pushing to sign Emi Martínez from Aston Villa, with Zion Suzuki targeted as his possible replacement. #AVFC https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/emi-martinez-transfer-update-aston-34465228