Aston Villa Transfer news: Ahead of a potential European competition next season, Aston Villa is keen to bolster their squad
Before a probable stint in European competition next season, Aston Villa is apparently trying to add squad depth and a consistent striker, and they have identified Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic as a target, according to a report from Football Insider. The Midlands club has been interested in Vlahovic, and they are reportedly planning to make a bid to recruit him this summer.
For Juventus this season, Vlahovic has somehow been inconsistent, making 28 appearances across all competitions while scoring 13 goals and dishing out four assists. Tottenham and Everton, two other Premier League teams, have taken notice of him. But based on reports that the club is closely monitoring his availability, it looks that Aston Villa is in the lead to sign him.
Unai Emery, the manager of Aston Villa, is apparently looking to strengthen his attack, and the club is reportedly interested in signing Vlahovic due to his demonstrated goal-scoring prowess. The Villa Park team is having a great Premier League season as they are hopeful of fifinishing in the top six and earning a spot in the next season’s European competition. Vlahovic’s arrival to their team may provide them a competitive edge in their European campaign in addition to enhancing their domestic campaign.
Although they are not actively looking to sell the Serbian international, Juventus is reportedly open to hearing bids this summer for Vlahovic. It’s unclear whether Aston Villa will be able to reach an agreement with the Italian powerhouses for the attacker, but if they can, it could be a major victory for the team before their European campaign.
This summer, Aston Villa is allegedly planning bids for forwards Ferran Torres of Barcelona and Juventus in addition to Vlahovic. If the team can recruit both players, it may be an indication that they want to compete for trophies domestically and in Europe.
