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Aston Villa and Fulham competing to sign in-demand La Liga defender

Aston Villa, under the guidance of Unai Emery, have regularly looked to exploit the La Liga market in recent years, and they could be set to do so again in 2026.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 26

Tottenham star deletes all posts from social media after incident vs Wolves

Tottenham star Xavi Simons has sparked significant concern among the Spurs faithful after appearing to delete post from his Instagram profile. The social media purge followed a chaotic afternoon at Molineux on Saturday, where a vital victory was overshadowed by a potentially season-ending injury to the Dutch playmaker.

Emiliano Martinez News / The 4th Official / April 26

Aston Villa Want £40M Goalkeeper As Martinez’s Replacement: Why Do They Need To Act Fast?

Aston Villa have identified Manchester City’s James Trafford as a priority summer transfer target, with the club actively preparing for the possibility that Emiliano Martinez, 33-years-old, departs Villa Park at the end of this season.

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Pascal Struijk News / The 4th Official / April 26

Latest Update On The Future Of 26-Year-Old Leeds United Star: Why Do They Need To Renew Him Fast?

Leeds United are getting ready to hold contract talks with Pascal Struijk once the club’s Premier League status is officially safe for another season.

Jadon Sancho News / Caught Offside / April 26

Man United flop eyes reunion with ex-club as Old Trafford exit becomes inevitable

Jadon Sancho’s time in the Premier League could be coming to an end in the summer. As the 26-year-old winger prepares to become a free agent, the rumour mill is already working overtime.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Roberto De Zerbi Shares Xavi Simons & Dominic Solanke Injury Updates After Tottenham Win

Tottenham Hotspur get their first Premier League win of 2026 by beating Wolves 1-0 away from home. Spurs remain in the relegation zone despite their win over Wolves, as West Ham United defeated Everton 2-1.

Aston Villa News / NBC Sports / April 25

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 24

15-goal Liverpool talent heading for exit door as Leeds lifeline emerges

Liverpool playmaker Harvey Elliott joined Aston Villa at the start of the season on a loan deal. The West Midlands club had an option to make the move permanent for a fee of £35 million.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / April 24

Man United hold edge in race for 21-G/A Arsenal and Chelsea target

Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers has been linked with a move away from the club at the end of the season. According to a report from talkSPORT, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United are serious about signing the 23-year-old playmaker.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / April 24

Positive talks: Man United star indicates he’s ready to accept transfer to Euro giants

Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho has reportedly indicated that he’d be ready to return to Borussia Dortmund on a free transfer this summer. The 26-year-old is set to be out of contract at Old Trafford at the end of this season, which he has spent on loan at Aston Villa.

Amadou Onana News / The 4th Official / April 23

Aston Villa Player’s Future Monitored Closely By Club: Should The Bimringham Club Sell Him?

Aston Villa might be gearing up for another massive sale, and the financial impact could be felt all the way in Hamburg. There is a growing sense at Villa Park that Amadou Onana could be one of the players moved on for a big fee this summer.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / April 23

Liverpool In The Mix For This In-demand Manchester City Goalkeeper: Why They Must Bring Him To Anfield

If a recent report from Goal is believed to be true, Liverpool are weighing up a summer move for James Trafford. But they are not alone in the hunt, with

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / April 23

Liverpool want 23-year-old with just three PL starts this season to replace key star

Liverpool have expressed interest in signing James Trafford from Manchester City at the end of the season. The 23-year-old goalkeeper has struggled for regular opportunities at Manchester City, and he needs to leave the club in order to play more often.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / April 23

After Salah & Robertson: Another Liverpool player ready to leave for a new challenge

Premier League giants Liverpool are set to have a significantly different squad for next season. Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson have already announced that they will leave the club at the end of the season.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 22

Liverpool plot move for £35m French playmaker as Aston Villa join transfer hunt

Liverpool are interested in signing the Sunderland midfielder Enzo Le Fee. The 26-year-old has impressed with Sunderland in the Premier League, and he could prove to be a useful acquisition for Liverpool.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / April 22

Aston Villa Are Front Runners For 5 G/A Spanish Defender: Do They Need Him?

Aston Villa are currently frontrunners in the race for Celta Vigo player Óscar Mingueza as the defender’s time in Spain looks to be winding down. Reports from Sport Witness and Estadio Deportivo confirm the 26-year-old former Barcelona man has no plans to sign a new deal with the La Liga side.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / April 22

Aston Villa ready to hijack Man United move with €60m offer for wide man

Manchester United and Aston Villa are interested in signing Alejandro Balde from Barcelona at the end of the season. The 22-year-old could be on the move this summer, and multiple clubs are monitoring his situation.

Soccer News / Essential Football / April 22

Arsenal vs Manchester City: Who Has The Easier Run of Fixtures?

For almost the entire season, the Premier League title looked to be Arsenal’s to lose. However, after Manchester City defeated the Gunners on Sunday afternoon, things look at lot less clear.

Aston Villa News / Sunderland on SI / April 21

Sunderland Lose Transfer Target as Aston Villa Swoop for In-Demand Winger

At the moment of transition to the end of the season, great expectations arrive because the teams achieve their most important sporting and collective objectives, in addition to being in the evaluation of several players for the transfer window.

Aston Villa News / Athlon Sports / April 21

How Can Chelsea Still Qualify for the UEFA Champions League After Brighton Loss?

Chelsea dropped points in the Premier League again as they lost 3-0 to Brighton away from home. This result marks their 5th straight loss in the league, and their chances to qualify for the Champions League next season have decreased.

Aston Villa News / Stadium Rant / April 21

The Four Most Memorable Goal-Scoring Goalkeepers

Almost any goalkeeper may never score a goal, but there are a few goalkeepers who have done it. The most prolific goal-scoring goalkeepers are great with set pieces such as free-kicks and penalties.

Aston Villa News / Sunderland on SI / April 19

Aston Villa Edge Sunderland 4-3 in Seven-Goal Thriller at Villa Park

An exciting match consolidating itself as the best of matchday 33 in the Premier League gave us a 4-3 result where Aston Villa would manage to take the victory against a Sunderland that put up an exciting match at Villa Park, but it would not be enough to surpass Unai Emery's side.

Aston Villa News / Sunderland on SI / April 17

Sunderland Aim to Surprise Villa at Villa Park With Underdog Approach

In an exciting match for matchday 34 of the Premier League, Sunderland will face Aston Villa, seeking to spring a surprise against Unai Emery's great team, where both will seek to add 3 points to not lose rhythm in the Premier League.

Alvaro Arbeloa News / Football Espana / April 16

Alvaro Arbeloa addresses Real Madrid future – ‘I’m not worried about it at all’

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has said that he is not concerned about his future at the club beyond the summer. He is expected to be in charge at the Santiago Bernabeu until the end of the season, yet with it looking likely that Real Madrid will finish the season without silverware, the expectation is that he will not be there next year.