Aston Villa gem Jacob Ramsey highlights progressive pass improvement with England at U21 Euros
Although Jacob Ramsey has enjoyed a rapid rise through the Aston Villa ranks over the last 18 months, small areas of his game remain open…
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Aston Villa roll the dice with loan departure of academy graduate Kaine Kesler-Hayden
Aston Villa have confirmed the departure of academy graduate Kaine Kesler-Hayden to Plymouth Argyle on a loan move for next season – a gamble that…
Leon Bailey sends timely Aston Villa reminder to Unai Emery with standout performance on international duty
Leon Bailey has long been a mercurial presence in the Aston Villa ranks, but he seems to be finding his best form at a crucial…
Aston Villa look to humble West Brom academy once again as Rico Richards transfer news emerges
Aston Villa seem intent on poaching yet another of West Brom’s former academy talents with the signing of England youth international Rico Richards. Richards, who…
Aston Villa academy dealt sucker punch as Mile Jedinak joins Ange Postecoglou at Spurs
Aston Villa have been dealt a sucker punch with the departure of youth and loan player development coach Mile Jedinak to Spurs. The London club…
Ollie Watkins contract negotiations top of Monchi Aston Villa in-tray
Ollie Watkins has been a prominent figure in the road for European football at Aston Villa, and new President of Football Operations Monchi now has…
Daphne van Domselaar 75% clean sheet record highlights ability to fill Hannah Hampton shoes for Aston Villa Women
Aston Villa Women have moved quickly to fill the shoes of Hannah Hampton, having snapped up the services of Dutch goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar. The…
John McGinn contract extension at Aston Villa a just reward after bold steps taken under Unai Emery
Over the years, a number of players have embodied Aston Villa Football Club through their commitment, dedication and skill, but few have done so more…
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez lives up to Argentina hype as 60% clean sheet record continues
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez has continued his remarkable record for Argentina during the latest international break. Martinez’s journey with the Argentina set-up has been…
Jacob Ramsey can give Gareth Southgate sleepless nights as England Under-21s exposure awaits
As the highly anticipated Under-21 Euro Championships draws ever-nearer, one name who could give Gareth Southgate sleepless nights is Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey. The…
Aston Villa Women should jump at Hannah Hampton loan opportunity if Chelsea transfer confirmed
Aston Villa Women have been dealt a sucker punch after their hugely successful 2022/23 WSL season, with goalkeeper Hannah Hampton set to join Chelsea. Hampton,…
Cameron Archer has golden opportunity to prove worth to Aston Villa and Unai Emery after England U21 news drops
The upcoming Euro 2023 Under-21 Championships present a golden opportunity for Cameron Archer to prove his worth to Aston Villa manager Unai Emery ahead of…
Aston Villa to ransack West Brom academy again as £1m transfer agreed for Jamal Jimoh
Aston Villa have ransacked some of the brightest talents to emerge from the West Brom academy in recent years, and yet another starlet is now…
Ollie Watkins fortunes can be transformed by arrival of Youri Tielemans at Aston Villa
Aston Villa new-boy Youri Tielemans could potentially be the source of creativity Ollie Watkins has been craving for months. The club confirmed on 10 June…
Leander Dendoncker should empty his Aston Villa locker after transfer of Youri Tielemans
Although the signing of Leicester City free agent Youri Tielemans will bolster the ranks at Aston Villa significantly, it could spell the end of Leander…
Youri Tielemans creativity can help light up European stage for Aston Villa next season
Aston Villa mean business this summer, with the acquisition of Youri Tielemans a brilliant first piece of the puzzle for Unai Emery’s Europe-bound side. The…
Jhon Duran can follow in Bukayo Saka footsteps with Unai Emery vote of confidence in Europe
The 2018 Europa League was the making of Arsenal star Bukayo Saka, and Jhon Duran can follow in his footsteps at Aston Villa next season.…
Josh Feeney first-team pathway blocked at Aston Villa as Unai Emery targets defensive additions
Aston Villa academy prospect Josh Feeney has shown he has a bright future in the West Midlands, but his first-team pathway could take a huge…
Lucas Digne must sharpen up his attack to fill shoes of injured Alex Moreno at Aston Villa
Although Lucas Digne has been a bit-part figure at Aston Villa since the signing of Alex Moreno in January, his importance has been magnified by…
Boubacar Kamara exodus from France international team has to end after strong Aston Villa form
Although fans and pundits clamoured for the likes of Erling Haaland, Gabriel Jesus, and Casemiro to be considered as Premier League signings of the season,…