Victor Lindelof is about to signal for Aston Villa. (Picture by Matt McNulty/Getty Photos)
Aston Villa have had a quiet summer season switch window to this point, however issues have began to select up in latest weeks. And with lower than 36 hours till the deadline on Monday night, they’ve agreed phrases of their newest addition.
To date, solely Marco Bizot and Evan Guessard have been signed for Unai Emery’s squad, in what has been a PSR-affected switch window. However there’s additional leeway after the sale of Jacob Ramsey to Newcastle, which the membership at the moment are working to reap the benefits of.
And they’re about to take action with the addition of a brand new central defender – and a well-recognized face at that.
Aston Villa agree phrases with Victor Lindelof
As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Aston Villa have agreed private phrases with Victor Lindelof, who left Man United earlier in the summertime upon the expiry of his contract. The Sweden worldwide, who had beforehand been needed by Wolves, will signal a two-year deal at Villa Park, with the choice to increase that by an extra 12 months.
“Victor Lindelöf to Aston Villa, right here we go! Medical underway proper now accepted by AVFC. The settlement is legitimate till June 2027 plus possibility till June 2028, increased proposal in comparison with Fiorentina/Everton. Lindelöf stated sure and now set for medical.”
Lindelof is a really strong addition to Emery’s squad, and on condition that Aston Villa are preventing throughout 4 competitions this season, he can be wanted over the subsequent 9 months. On this regard, additionally it is very smart.
Lindelof is unlikely to be the final participant signed by Aston Villa this summer season, with plans for no less than yet another addition earlier than Monday’s deadline. A deal for West Ham playmaker Lucas Paqueta is being explored, whereas there may be a brand new striker introduced in.