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23-year-old Newcastle target eyeing Champions League dream with Aston Villa

Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford has been linked with a move away from the club at the end of the season. The 23-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities since joining the club, and he needs to move on in order to play more often.

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Lille Want To Sign This Aston Villa Star In The Summer: Should The Midlands Club Cash In?

Recent reports from French outlet Media Foot suggest that LOSC Lille want to bring Aston Villa player Lucas Digne back to the Stade Pierre-Mauroy this summer.

Soccer News / EasySportz / February 20

Title-Chasing City Face Dangerous Newcastle Test

Premier League contenders Manchester City return to the Etihad Stadium for a crucial matchup against Newcastle United. City remain firmly in the title race, sitting second in the table and chasing Arsenal, while Newcastle enter in 10th place looking to climb into European contention.

Aston Villa News / Last Word On Sports / February 20

Wonderkids You Haven’t Heard of Yet: Shea Lacey (Manchester United)

Manchester United and youth prospects go hand in hand. From the Class of ’92 to the record of having a homegrown player in the match-day squad since 1937, United have always produced young talent.

Aston Villa News / HITC / February 20

What ‘annoys’ former Arsenal star Samir Nasri about Emi Martinez

Samir Nasri admitted in 2024 that Emiliano Martinez’s on-field behaviour “annoys” him, insisting the Aston Villa goalkeeper was never like that during his early Arsenal days.

Philippe Coutinho News / HITC / February 20

Why Philippe Coutinho asked to leave Vasco and what comes next for the ex-Liverpool man

Philippe Coutinho has not had an easy time of it since he left Liverpool in 2018. Even though he picked up titles at both Barcelona and Bayern Munich, the Brazilian star never really hit the same heights that made him a fan favourite at Anfield.

Troy Parrott News / HITC / February 20

Troy Parrott reveals why he turned down Everton to join Tottenham back in 2017

Everton have had their eye on Troy Parrott for quite some time. The Toffees looked into bringing him in over the winter window, and plenty of fans were backing the AZ Alkmaar forward as their top choice.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 20

Why Manchester City star prefers Aston Villa transfer over Newcastle

Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford is reportedly keen on a transfer to Aston Villa this summer instead of Newcastle. The England Under-21 international has struggled for playing time since joining Man City in the summer, with Gianluigi Donnarumma clearly ahead of him in the pecking order.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 20

Report: Chelsea star already deep in talks over summer transfer, Aston Villa monitoring situation

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is reportedly already deep in talks over his next move as his loan spell at Bayern Munich comes to an end in the summer.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 19

Chelsea to greenlight sale as Man United & Tottenham eye move for 24-year-old

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is currently on loan at Bayern Munich, and the player is expected to return to the club in the summer. The German outfit is unlikely to sign him permanently, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 19

Man United ready to let £300k per week star leave in the summer transfer window

Manchester United appear ready to bring the Jadon Sancho chapter to a close, with reports from The Sun suggesting the Red Devils are prepared to allow the winger to leave on a free transfer once his current loan spell concludes.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 19

Expert tips Tottenham to rival Chelsea for ambitious £100m 'marquee' signing

Tottenham have been tipped to rival Chelsea with an ambitious transfer move for Aston Villa attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers this summer. The England

Philippe Coutinho News / Athlon Sports / February 18

MLS Giants Make Move for Philippe Coutinho After Vasco da Gama Exit

The Brazilian league has lost another star as Philippe Coutinho has decided to leave Vasco da Gama. Reports in Brazil suggested that it was Coutinho who decided to leave the Brazilian club.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / February 18

Former Scout Reveals 24-Year-Old Star Could Leave Aston Villa: Can The Birmingham Club Keep Their Star?

Recent reports from Mick Brown of Football Insider suggest that Belgian international midfielder Amadou Onana could look for a big move away from Aston Villa in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Lucas Digne News / Caught Offside / February 18

Report: Ligue 1 giants ready to raid Aston Villa for veteran star

Lucas Digne has been linked with a move away from Aston Villa at the end of the season. The 32-year-old has been an important player for the West Midlands club, and LOSC Lille are now looking to bring him back, according to Media Foot.

Igor Tudor News / The 4th Official / February 18

Tottenham Hotspur Are Trailing Arsenal For This On-Loan Aston Villa Winger: What Should Tudor Do?

In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are trailing Arsenal for on-loan Aston Villa winger Jadon Sancho. It has been stated that Spurs have fallen behind the Gunners in the race to land the Manchester United wide player next summer.

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 18

Liverpool look to poach elite Tottenham prospect for creativity boost

Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing the Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall. According to a report from TEAMtalk, Aston Villa are also interested in signing the 20-year-old Swedish international midfielder.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 18

Paris Saint-Germain enter race for English attacking midfielder wanted by Liverpool

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers has emerged as one of the Premier League’s most closely watched young attacking midfielders, with Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool reportedly joining the race for his signature.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 18

Unhappy Man City star could make move to West Ham

West Ham United are reportedly preparing a summer approach for Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford, as uncertainty grows over the young Englishman’s future at the Etihad Stadium, according to Sports Boom.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 18

24-year-old midfielder could leave Aston Villa for a bigger club

Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana could leave the Premier League club for a move to another club, according to Football Insider. The Belgian midfielder has been linked with moves to Barcelona and Manchester United in recent transfer windows.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / February 17

Leeds United Face Competition From Aston Villa And Newcastle United For Promising Goalkeeper: Should They Press Hard?

Aston Villa and Newcastle United have emerged as the frontrunners for Leeds United target James Trafford. Both clubs want to secure the Manchester City keeper when the summer window opens.

James Trafford News / Extratime Talk / February 17

James Trafford’s Future: Manchester City’s Number Two Goalkeeper Reveals Honest Truth About His Future At The Club

James Trafford’s future has certainly been a hot topic since the summer transfer window, as the Manchester City goalkeeper was left surprised after the club signed Gianluigi Donnarumma in the same window that he joined.

Harvey Elliott News / Athlon Sports / February 16

Aston Villa’s Treatment of Liverpool Loanee Harvey Elliott Is a Disgrace

Harvey Elliott can play football. Period. It wasn’t very long ago that the skillful attacker made over 50 appearances during Jurgen Klopp’s final season in charge at Liverpool.

Soccer News / EasySportz / February 16

FK Qarabag vs Newcastle United — Champions League Playoff First Leg

Baku isn’t a routine away day, and that’s what makes this opener so interesting. Newcastle arrive with the bigger badge, deeper wage bill, and the oddsmakers’ respect, but Qarabag have made a habit of turning “should win” games into stressful nights for visitors.

Aston Villa News / Last Word On Sports / February 11

‘Very Important’ Player Ruled Out of Aston Villa’s Next Two Games

Aston Villa started the season poorly, before a superb run of form saw them climb up the table to challenge Arsenal and Manchester City. They scored impressive wins over Arsenal and Chelsea.