Aston Villa are planning to strengthen Unai Emery's squad with the signing of a new star centre-back in the January transfer window.

Baena enjoyed an impressive 2023/24 season, netting five times across all competitions, and has begun the new campaign in fine form. This has subsequently sparked interest from a host of clubs, including the aforementioned Villa, as well as the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham, Brighton, Newcastle, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid.

Aston Villa have been backed to sign Man United sensation Harry Amass with a 'big, big offer' for his services.

It's understood that Sancet has his heart set on a move to the West Midlands, as he's eager to work under compatriot Unai Emery. The 24-year-old has an €80 million (£67 million) release clause, although Villa are likely to make an initial offer lower than this value to test Athletic Club's resolve.

Aston Villa and England attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers extends his contract with the Midlands club until 2030.

Morgan Rogers has signed a new Aston Villa contract having made his England debut in the recent international break.

Rogers has enjoyed a meteoric rise following his move from Middlesbrough in January, making his England debut against Greece last week.

Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers has signed a new deal with the club that will keep him at Villa Park until at least 2030. The 22-year-old moved to Birmingham from Middlesbrough in a £15m deal last January.

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