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Report: Real Madrid make contact to lure key man from Aston Villa

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is reportedly a target for Real Madrid. A report from Football Espana claims that Real Madrid have contacted the manager’s representatives to find out whether he will be available at the end of the season.

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Tottenham plot sensational Premier League return for 35-G/A star this month

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the former Aston Villa attacker Moussa Diaby. Spurs are looking to add more quality in the final third before the January window closes, and the Frenchman could prove to be a quality acquisition.

Soccer News / HITC / January 29

Liverpool daily transfer rumour roundup: Latest on Jeremie Frimpong and Morgan Rogers

Liverpool’s transfer picture continues to evolve as injuries and long-term planning shape discussion around potential business in upcoming windows. With Arne Slot navigating a demanding schedule, developments on the pitch are beginning to influence how the club’s recruitment priorities are viewed.

Soccer News / NBC Sports / January 29

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Jack Grealish News / HITC / January 29

Everton make contact over Inter Milan ‘top’ winger after Jack Grealish injury

With the transfer window closing on February 2nd, Everton have grown weaker out wide since the start of January. Jack Grealish is expected to miss three months after breaking his foot – and there is a chance the Manchester City loanee could be sidelined for the rest of the season depending on how his recovery goes.

Aston Villa News / Athlon Sports / January 29

Aston Villa vs RB Salzburg Lineups, Preview

Aston Villa hosts RB Salzburg at Villa Park this Thursday, Jan. 29, at 12 p.m. PT, 3 p.m. ET, on the final matchday of the UEFA Europa League league phase.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 29

Next few days crucial – Newcastle lead race as €60m transfer becomes available

Newcastle United are reportedly leading the race for the potential transfer of Real Madrid attacking midfielder Brahim Diaz. Los Blancos are open to letting the 26-year-old leave before the end of this transfer window, and will accept offers in the region of €60m, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 29

Inter Quickly Make Headway in Chase of Al-Ittihad Star

Inter have opened talks for a new winger, Moussa Diaby, reaching an agreement on personal terms and starting negotiations with Al-Ittihad. The two outfits are discussing an initial loan.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 29

Man City set to block January exit of Aston Villa and Tottenham target

Manchester City are determined to keep Omar Marmoush at the club for the remainder of the January transfer window, despite growing interest from Premier League rivals, according to Football Insider.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / January 28

Former Chief Executive Bashes West Ham United’s Decision To Sign This Pacey Winger: Good Deal?

Keith Wyness is the former chief executive of Everton and Aston Villa. He has serious doubts about West Ham United’s decision to let manager Nuno Espirito Santo bring back winger Adama Traore.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / January 28

Unai Emery Will Keep 23-Year-Old Aston Villa Player In The Fringes: Right Decision?

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has given a blunt update on Harvey Elliott. He confirmed the midfielder is still frozen out of the team. This is despite Elliott making a surprise return to the bench against Newcastle United.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 28

'Feels like a solid signing': £40m star backed to end up at Aston Villa this month

Aston Villa have been linked with a move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. The 28-year-old wants to leave the London club this month and has been linked with clubs like AC Milan and Juventus as well.

Aston Villa News / Total Apex Sports / January 28

Jhon Durán Could Be Headed Back To Europe In A Shock January Transfer

Jhon Durán’s career has taken some of the most unpredictable turns of any young striker in world football. What began as a rapid rise through the ranks

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / January 28

Besiktas Plan A Late Raid For 25-Year-Old Sunderland Player: What Should The Black Cats Do?

French football correspondent Santi Aouna dropped a big update in the last few hours. He revealed that Turkish giants Besiktas have started a serious push to recruit three Premier League players.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 28

Player admits he is 'very excited' after sealing Aston Villa departure

Yasin Ozcan has joined Turkish club Besiktas on loan, and he is excited to get his career back on track after being frozen out at Aston Villa. The 19-year-old defender joined the Premier League club in January, but he struggled for regular opportunities.

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 28

West Ham face roadblock in move for 22-year-old ace due to Premier League rules

West Ham United have sanctioned the departure of Lucas Paqueta, and they need to replace him properly. They need someone who can create opportunities in the final third and slot into multiple attacking roles.

Soccer News / HITC / January 28

Fabrizio Romano gives N’Golo Kante update after reports linking him with Chelsea return

Not many Chelsea fans would have thought that a potential return for N’Golo Kante could be on the cards this month. But, his wage demands in Saudi Arabia make any move seem incredibly difficult.

Youri Tielemans News / ESPN / January 28

Villa set back as Tielemans (ankle) out 2 months

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery confirmed Youri Tielemans is set to miss the next couple of months after he suffered an ankle injury at St James' Park on Sunday.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 28

Aston Villa Bring Back Douglas Luiz After Eyeing Milan Man

Aston Villa poked around Ruben Loftus-Cheek earlier in January, but they’ll reunite with Douglas Luiz instead. The Englishman is poised to stay put at Milan and could get an extension, Calciomercato reports.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 28

Man United still hold interest in South American star from Premier League rivals

Manchester United are once again exploring the possibility of signing Emiliano Martínez, with Spanish outlet Fichajes reporting that the club remain strongly interested in the Aston Villa and Argentina No.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

How Manchester United’s Dramatic Win at Arsenal Could Re-Shape the Title Race

Super Sunday was just that for Michael Carrick’s Manchester United. It wasn’t super for Arsenal, or their title race hopes. Despite going ahead in the game, Mikel Arteta’s men weren’t able to secure a point, marking the first time that they had lost at home all season and the first time in 121 matches since they conceded three at home.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 28

Newcastle United plotting late January move for South American on Man United’s radar

Newcastle United are exploring the possibility of launching a late January bid for Atalanta’s highly rated midfielder Éderson, according to TEAMtalk. With manager Eddie Howe dealing with a mounting injury crisis in midfield, the Magpies are weighing whether to accelerate their pursuit of reinforcements before the window closes.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 28

Aston Villa win race to sign Brazilian midfielder wanted by Unai Emery

Douglas Luiz is set to make a stunning return to Aston Villa, with The Telegraph reporting that the Brazilian midfielder will rejoin the club on loan from Juventus for the remainder of the season.

Emiliano Martinez News / HITC / January 27

Manchester United transfer rumours roundup: latest on Emiliano Martinez and Louis Jackson

Manchester United are weighing up several late January moves as transfer talks ramp up ahead of the deadline. As the January transfer window deadline approaches, Manchester United are assessing their options, especially as the club continues to show signs of improvement under caretaker manager Michael Carrick.

Aston Villa News / Extratime Talk / January 24

Aston Villa’s Europa League campaign: A Breakthrough Surge Into the Round of 16 With Silverware in Sight

There are European nights that feel like theatre, and there are European nights that feel like evidence. Aston Villa’s trip to Istanbul was the second kind: a narrow, abrasive 1–0 win at Fenerbahçe that did more than add another result to the calendar – it sealed Aston Villa’s round-of-16 qualification.