Villa Transfers
Aston Villa transfers covered in full — every significant signing, departure and transfer window from My Old Man Said. Transfer news and rumour analysis that cuts through the speculation to focus on what actually matters: the reality of deals and the impact of transfer decisions on Aston Villa
A Loan Return to Palace: The Twin Perceptions of Evann Guessand
Evann Guessand Completes Loan Back to Crystal PalaceAston Villa yesterday confirmed that Evann Guessand has joined Crystal Palace on a season-long loan with a conditional obligation to buy, drawing a line under a spell that never came close to matching the fee Villa paid for him.Guessand's time at Villa did land a quite remarkable achievement. Last season he became the only player in history...
What’s Stalling João Palhinha’s Move to Aston Villa
Three Views of Possible João Palhinha LoanAston Villa's interest in João Palhinha that has been reported over the last few weeks is real. Villa's Director of Football Operations, Damian Vidagany has confirmed talks with Bayern Munich are still ongoing. What's less obvious is why either Bayern or the player would want the deal Villa are actually after.Villa's POVVilla need a specific kind of one-season...
The Jack Grealish Situation for the Summer Ahead
The Jack Grealish Transfer Rumour SituationDespite the fact that it is clear that Aston Villa do not want to sell Jack Grealish and recently...
Evolution of Aston Villa’s Transfer Policy After They Missed Out on ‘Almost’ Targets
Aston Villa's Transfer EvolutionBy Rob RichardsThe Almost MenAt a recent Aston Villa Fan Consultation Group meeting Aston Villa CEO Christian Purslow stated the club...
Aston Villa Overcome Several Obstacles to Get Morgan Sanson in
Morgan Sanson Signs for VillaDespite the hold-up of red tape due to Brexit and the pandemic situation, Aston Villa managed to finally announce the...
What Morgan Sanson Would Bring to Aston Villa
How Morgan Sanson fits in at VillaBy Calum SlaterAston Villa are reportedly on the verge of completing the signing of Marseille’s Morgan Sanson for...
André Villas Boas Confirms Sanson is Heading to Aston Villa
Sanson Given Green LightUnder pressure Marseille boss André Villas Boas admitted in the press conference that followed Marseille's 3-1 weekend loss to Monaco, that...
Further Signs That Morgan Sanson is Aston Villa Bound
Morgan Sanson Sits Out Game as Bid Agreed25% OFF Villa 3rd Kit belowAfter Aston Villa had their initial offers rejected for Marseille midfielder Morgan...
Dean Smith Plays it Coy With Aston Villa Reportedly Close to Securing Transfer Deal
€18m Deal Incoming?If you caught the recent three-part Dean Smith interview on the club's in-house channel, recorded while he was in isolation from...
Hourihane Loan Deal Hints at Incoming Midfielder for Villa
Conor Hourihane Loan to Swansea CityConor Hourihane has agreed to a loan deal to Swansea City until the end of the season, according to...
Aston Villa Midfield Transfer Link Hots Up, Raising Questions in the Process
Aston Villa Morgan Sanson Transfer LinkBy Calum SlaterWhat was expected to be a low-key transfer window for Aston Villa could fire-up with the capture...
Dean Smith’s Words That Provide the Clue to Villa’s January Transfer Window Approach
The January transfer rumour nonsense has already started. The Grealish to United headlines continue. Yawn. Konsa to Liverpool? LOL. Christian Eriksen to Villa? Oh,...
January Transfer Window Aston Villa Squad Analysis and Options
By Calum SlaterThe January transfer window comes in a period of sustained form for Aston Villa, with the recent performances of certain players potentially...
January Sales Prospects for Aston Villa, as they Decide Whether to Stick or Twist
January Window Euro Sales ScoutingBy Liam ScahillAs the January transfer window approaches, Aston Villa are no longer in a world where the Championship abyss...