Aston Villa set to sign Everton star in record deal

Aston Villa is set to make a significant move in the transfer market by signing Everton star Amadou Onana in what could be a record-breaking deal. The Villans have contacted Everton and are confident of securing the Belgian midfielder for around £50 million. This would make Onana one of the most expensive signings in Villa’s history, close to their current record of £51.9 million for Moussa Diaby【125†source】【126†source】.

 

Onana, who has impressed during his time at Everton and is currently representing Belgium at Euro 2024, has been a target for several top clubs, including Arsenal. However, Villa’s proactive approach and their recent success in securing Champions League football have put them in a strong position to complete the deal【126†source】.

 

The potential signing of Onana comes as Villa prepares to navigate the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability rules, which may also see them offload some current players. Reports suggest that Douglas Luiz and Jhon Duran could be on their way out, with Juventus and Chelsea interested respectively. The sale of these players would help Villa balance their books and make room for Onana’s arrival【125†source】.

 

The addition of Onana would be a significant boost for Unai Emery’s squad, providing depth and quality in midfield as they look to compete on multiple fronts next season. Villa fans will be eagerly awaiting further developments as the club looks to finalize what could be a landmark transfer for the club.