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Report: Aston Villa closing in on the capture of 19-year-old forward

Aston Villa are closing in on the capture of Alysson Edward from Grêmio. According to Eduardo Gabardo, the Brazilian outfit has received €5 million upfront for the player from the Premier League club and the remaining fee will be paid in instalments.

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Martinez To Start | 4-4-1-1 Aston Villa Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester United

Aston Villa will entertain Manchester United at Villa Park on Sunday as they look to secure a win at home in the Premier League. The Villans managed to earn a hard-fought 3-2 win away at West Ham United recently, so they would be keen on keeping their good form going this weekend.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / December 19

Everton Are Interested In Getting This 30-Year-Old Star Permanently For A Lower Fee: Why Is It The Right Decision?

David Moyes wants to keep Jack Grealish at Everton beyond the current season-long loan from Manchester City. Former Manchester United and Blackburn chief scout Mick Brown, who stays closely linked to figures across football, told Football Insider about it.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 19

Man Utd have bold plan to sign 29-year-old despite devastating injury setback

Manchester United are interested in signing the Inter Milan defender, Denzel Dumfries. The 29-year-old Netherlands International is currently on the sidelines with an injury, but Manchester United are monitoring his situation.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 19

Marcus Rashford Barcelona Form: Boost to Man United Loanee’s Career

The Marcus Rashford Barcelona form is a far cry from his final days at Manchester United. The 28-year-old English forward, who is on loan to Barcelona for the 2025/26 season, is enjoying his stint at the Catalan club.

Unai Emery News / Caught Offside / December 19

Aston Villa eye move for Tottenham star as Unai Emery plots attacking reinforcements

Aston Villa are carefully assessing the possibility of a January move for Tottenham Hotspur forward Brennan Johnson, with the Welsh international emerging as a potential target as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his attacking options.

Aston Villa News / ESPN / December 19

Could Aston Villa be crowned Premier League champions?

Can third-place Aston Villa sustain a title challenge, and why are they like the 2024 Kansas City Chiefs?

Soccer News / Essential Football / December 19

5 Biggest Premier League Manager Falls From Grace

Being a football manager is one of the cruelest jobs in all of sports. One minute, you can be heralded as a genius – the next, you’re just landfill. Today, we’ll look at five of the most dramatic falls from grace in Premier League managerial history.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 18

Report: Barcelona plotting January move for 28-year-old Aston Villa star

Barcelona are interested in signing the Aston Villa defender Pau Torres. According to a report from Fichajes, they are looking to add more quality and depth to the defensive unit, and they have identified the 28-year-old as a target.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / December 17

Rangers Eye Winter Move For This ‘Free Agent’ Frenchman – Why They Must Bring Him In

If a recent report from FootMercato is believed to be true, Rangers have registered interest in Pierre Ekwah, who is available on a Bosman upon the termination of his Saint-Étienne contract.

Pau Torres News / Total Apex Sports / December 16

Barcelona Set Sights On Pau Torres As They Chase Elite Left Footed Centre Back For Defensive Revolution

FC Barcelona are heading into a crucial transfer period with one glaring need above all else at the back. With the departure of veteran centre back Iñigo

Aston Villa News / Extratime Talk / December 16

Premier League Analysis: Are Arsenal’s Title Hopes Faltering?

For most of the 2025/26 season, Arsenal’s title hopes have looked largely positive as they have topped the Premier League table, with their closest competitors sometimes struggling.

Morgan Rogers News / Extratime Talk / December 16

West Ham vs Aston Villa 2-3: Morgan Rogers’ Brace Keeps Aston Villa’s Dreams Alive In The Title Race

A second-half brace in the West Ham vs Aston Villa game from the ever-brilliant Morgan Rogers saw the visitors record their sixth successive Premier League victory and keep within touching distance of leaders Arsenal and second-placed Manchester City in the early-season title race.

Ruben Amorim News / HITC / December 16

Ruben Amorim dealt another setback as Casemiro suspended for Man Utd vs Aston Villa

Manchester United will be without another player when they face Aston Villa this weekend. Villa come into the match on a remarkable nine-game winning streak, while United could hardly be catching them at a worse time.

Soccer News / Sunderland on SI / December 16

Sunderland Faces Major Problem Despite Derby Win Over Newcastle

Sunderland AFC defeated Newcastle United FC 1-0 in the most recent edition of the Tyne-Wear derby, but even so the Regis Le Bris team will face difficulties, according to an expert.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / December 15

Aston Villa Are Planning To Offer A New Contract To This First-Team Player: Why Is It The Right Decision?

Aston Villa have put Youri Tielemans at the heart of their plans, and reports from the Telegraph say the club is now working on a new contract before a tough run of matches.

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Soccer News / HITC / December 15

Victor Lindelof edges ahead of Jadon Sancho at Villa as Unai Emery offers glowing praise

Victor Lindelof, the ex-Manchester United centre-back, made his first Premier League appearance of the season for Aston Villa over the weekend. After eight years with Manchester United, the Swede was let go in June and spent some time training back home before joining Aston Villa.

Unai Emery News / The 4th Official / December 14

Unai Emery Wants A New Deal For This 28-Year-Old Aston Villa Player: What Should The Lions Do?

According to journalist Pete O’Rourke, Unai Emery now wants Aston Villa to lock in Emiliano Buendia’s long-term future after the midfielder worked his way back into the side following his return from Bayer Leverkusen.

Morgan Rogers News / NBC Sports / December 14

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Aston Villa News / Total Apex Sports / December 12

Aston Villa Push to Sign Real Madrid’s Gonzalo García in January

Real Madrid’s young forward Gonzalo García burst into the headlines this summer by finishing as the top scorer at the FIFA Club World Cup. The award and his sharp finishing suddenly put the spotlight on a player who has struggled to find consistent minutes in LaLiga.

Carlo Ancelotti News / HITC / December 9

Carlo Ancelotti tips Arsenal to win the Premier League despite fierce competition

Arsenal’s Brazilian contingent will be pleased with what Carlo Ancelotti had to say about the club. Gabriel Magalhaes is already an important figure for Brazil, while both Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus are hoping to secure spots in the World Cup squad.

Aston Villa News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

Manchester City vs Sunderland Confirmed Lineups for December 6

Here are the confirmed lineups for both Manchester City and Sunderland ahead of their Premier League clash at 3 pm GMT today. City have had a mixed bag of results of late; however, their inability to keep clean sheets will be of major concern to Pep Guardiola and their fans.

Aston Villa News / Field Level Media / December 4

Bay FC tab England's Emma Coates as head coach

Bay FC named Emma Coates, most recently the leader of England's Women's Under-23 national team, as its head coach on Thursday. She replaces Albertin Montoya, who was the coach of the expansion team when it entered the National Women's Soccer League two years ago.

Aston Villa News / The Equalizer / December 4

Bay FC tap Emma Coates to be next head coach

Bay FC have named England U-23 head coach Emma Coates as the club’s new head coach. Coates has been at the helm of the English U-23 side since 2023. She will become the second coach in Bay FC history.