‘Monchi to watch Ajax and Juventus rising stars’ – Three Aston Villa targets at U21 Euros
Aston Villa are always looking for the next up and coming star.
With the European Under-21s Championships underway in Slovakia, the competition could provide a perfect proving ground for Unai Emery to evaluate some of the talent on show.
Here at Villa News, we have taken a look at three of the best players on show who Villa could potentially look to sign:
Samu Omorodion – Porto
Samu Omorodion is a powerful and clinical young striker with a significant physical presence who currently plays for Porto and is representing Spain in the competition.
He’s already shown his goalscoring prowess in Liga Portugal, and his involvement with the Spanish U21 squad underlines his potential.
| Team | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Porto | 42 | 25 | 3 |
Aston Villa has relied heavily on Ollie Watkins for goals, and while he is excellent, adding another robust, penalty-box threat would be a strategic move.
Omorodion’s ability to hold up play and convert chances, particularly from wide areas, would complement Villa’s attacking style.
His performances in the U21 Euros will be closely watched, and if he continues to impress with his finishing and intelligent movement, Villa could see him as a long-term solution to bolster their front line.
He has been linked with several top clubs, including Chelsea and Newcastle, suggesting his value is already rising.
Kenan Yildiz
Kenan Yildiz, a 20-year-old Turkish sensation from Juventus, is an exciting attacking talent who can operate as an attacking midfielder or from the left wing.
He has showcased his flair, dribbling ability, and eye for a pass in Serie A, contributing to a decent tally of goal involvements this season.
Villa’s midfield and attacking wide positions are areas where Emery often seeks creative and technically proficient players.
Yildiz’s dynamism and capacity to unlock defences with his vision and execution would fit well within Emery’s system, which demands creativity from central and wide areas.
Given his age and potential, the U21 Euros offer him a platform to truly announce himself on the international stage.
If Juventus were open to a move, or if he seeks more consistent senior minutes, Villa could offer him a compelling proposition to thrive in the Premier League.
Jorrel Hato
At just 19 years old, Jorrel Hato has already commanded attention with his maturity and versatility at Ajax, even captaining the Dutch giants in senior matches.
He is a composed, ball-playing defender, comfortable at both centre-back and left-back, which would appeal to Emery’s tactical flexibility.
Hato’s ability to read the game, combined with his calm distribution under pressure, makes him an ideal candidate for a Villa side that aims to build from the back.
While he might be on the radar of many top clubs, a strong showing in the Euros could solidify his status as a highly sought-after talent.
Villa’s ambition and the promise of Premier League football could be attractive for a player looking to take the next step in his development.