Aston Villa Report

Jacob Tanswell

Aston Villa and the deal with Visit Rwanda: Interviews from #AVFC's head of business operations, Francesco Calvo, Janet Karemera, CEO of the Rwanda Convention Bureau, a statement from Amnesty International and an explainer: Free to read @theathleticfc.bsky.social…

Jacob Tanswell

New: Yeimar Mosquera to join Vitoria SC on a permanent deal. #AVFC set to break even on the fee paid for 21yo defender in 2024 and retain rights (as explained in the piece below from earlier this month).…

Jacob Tanswell

Before speaking to Manchester United last week, Youri Tielemans insisted he wanted to phone Unai Emery first - a sign of his respect for #AVFC. It was only after he talked with #MUFC. The story of Tielemans' move - Free to read:…

John Townley

João Gomes is set to join #AVFC - here's what to expect from the Brazilian, thanks to @TheWolvesReport... 💪 Tenacious 1v1 💰 Cheap at £35m 💜 "Heart on his sleeve" 📈 Boosting productivity ♻️ "Excellent ball winner" 👏 "Exceptional professional"…

John Townley

Unai Emery loves midfield options, and while #AVFC always work to meet his demands, adding them before pre-season would be a major plus. If one João is followed by another, Villa would have a nice blend and depth despite Tielemans' exit and Onana's injury.…

Jacob Tanswell

Joao Gomes travelling to England tonight to complete a medical at #AVFC tomorrow. Deal worth £35million to bring 25yo in from Wolves. Villa also progressing in talks to sign Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich on loan. Story on @theathleticfc.bsky.social…

John Townley

🚨 EXCL: Joao Gomes is leaving Wolves' training camp in Portugal to finalise a move to #AVFC worth around £35m. The 25yo has said his goodbyes to his teammates and is now expected to undergo a medical at Villa after talks between the clubs accelerated.…

John Townley

Aston Villa hope to complete the signing of Johan Manzambi by the end of this week.

Jacob Tanswell

Johan Manzambi expected to undergo medical tomorrow ahead of a move to Aston Villa. Fee in excess of £50million, breaking the previous club record set by Amadou Onana. Story w/ @sebsb.bsky.social on @theathleticfc.bsky.social #AVFC…

John Townley

Boubacar Kamara will now wear the No. 8 shirt at Aston Villa following Youri Tielemans' departure. 8️⃣ #AVFC