Erling Haaland reacts as Aston Villa finalise surprise multi-million transfer
Erling Haaland has taken to social media to react to the transfer latest at Aston Villa.
The Villans have had a busy window so far, with Alysson’s move to Villa from Gremio kicking everything off at Villa Park.
Brian Madjo has joined him at Villa as the pair of youngsters look destined to have a first-team impact under Unai Emery for many years to come.
Villa are also keen on signing Tammy Abraham this winter, but outbound transfers look like a requirement to balance the books in B6.
That has sparked one of the more surprising moves of the window, with Haaland reaching out after a deal was completed.
Erling Haaland reacts to Donyell Malen to Roma
Donyell Malen has left Villa to join Roma in a shock decision by the claret and blue outfit, based on his form so far this campaign.
The Netherlands international has been a regular goal threat in the Midlands, despite a general lack of starting minutes under Emery.
Supporters at Villa Park had adopted the 26-year-old as a fan favourite, but have now been forced to wave goodbye to the forward.
The ex-Borussia Dortmund man has now completed a loan switch to Roma with contrasting deals reported by both clubs.
The Italians are suggesting a loan with an option to buy, while Villa mooted an undisclosed fee for the Dutchman’s departure.
Regardless, Malen has taken to Instagram to share a welcome message to his new fans at the Stadio Olympico, reading: “I am ready, Daje Rome!“
Manchester City star Erling Haaland has liked the post, being joined by a whole host of Villa stars, past and present, to show support to the departing attacker.
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Aston Villa stars share messages to Donyell Malen
It looks as if yet another departure in B6 has gone down badly with the remaining squad at Bodymoor Heath.
Skipper John McGinn may have said, “All the best mate”, but fellow teammates Matty Cash and Morgan Rogers have shared crying emojis in their messages.
Lucas Digne has urged Malen to “Understand the game” in a cryptic message, while Marco Bizot has wished him “all the best”.
The Villa stars have been joined by several Netherlands stars in the comments, with Matthijs de Ligt and Justin Kluivert also sharing messages.
There is plenty of love out there for Malen, it is just disappointing that his time at Villa Park has come to such an abrupt end.
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