Aston Villa Eyeing Summer Transfer Moves
As the summer transfer window looms, Aston Villa has reportedly been approached with the opportunity to sign a European star who is considering a move to the Premier League.
Aston Villa Transfer News
The Villans demonstrated their transfer acumen in the January window by securing loan deals for Marco Asensio from Paris Saint-Germain and Marcus Rashford from Manchester United. However, they appear far from finished in strengthening their squad.
With funds from Jhon Durán’s lucrative sale to Al-Nassr, Aston Villa is expected to be active in the summer market. Already, the Midlands club has been linked with several high-profile players.
Potential Targets
One name making headlines is Samu Omorodion from Porto. The striker has reportedly caught Villa’s attention as a potential replacement for Durán. His impressive performances could make him an ideal addition to Unai Emery’s squad.
In addition, Villa has shown interest in Joel Ordóñez from Club Brugge. The defender could serve as a long-term successor to Tyrone Mings, whose recent injury struggles have highlighted the need for reinforcements at the back.
Ademola Lookman on the Radar
According to Graeme Bailey of The Boot Room, Aston Villa has been offered the chance to sign Ademola Lookman from Atalanta. The winger is reportedly considering a return to the Premier League this summer following a public fallout with Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini.
The dispute arose after Gasperini criticized Lookman’s penalty attempt in Atalanta’s Champions League exit to Club Brugge. Although the manager has since clarified his comments, Lookman appears set to leave, with Atalanta demanding over £50 million for his services.
Lookman’s Premier League Redemption
Despite a mixed Premier League past, highlighted by a failed panenka penalty for Fulham against West Ham, Lookman has blossomed into a top-tier talent. Last season, he earned a Ballon d’Or nomination after a standout campaign with Atalanta, where he played a pivotal role in their Europa League triumph, including a hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.
For Villa, signing Lookman would represent a significant upgrade on Leon Bailey. Below is a comparison of their league stats for the 2024/25 season (via FBref):
| League Stats 24/25 | Ademola Lookman | Leon Bailey |
|---|---|---|
| Starts | 19 | 13 |
| Goals | 12 | 1 |
| Assists | 5 | 2 |
| Key Passes | 43 | 16 |
Dubbed “super” by Gasperini, Lookman is poised for a Premier League redemption arc. His potential arrival at Villa Park could provide the creative spark and goal threat needed to elevate the team’s ambitions next season.
As the summer window approaches, Aston Villa is clearly positioning itself for an ambitious recruitment drive, with Lookman emerging as a prime target.
