Aston Villa ‘approach’ £20m-rated international midfielder amid Serie A ‘interest’ in top prospect

Under the guidance of Steven Gerrard, Aston Villa will be hopeful of a top ten finish next season.

The club ensured the majority of their signings were completed at the beginning of the transfer window and they certainly added to their squad.

The permanent signing of Phillipe Coutinho has been finalised as well as the acquisition of Diego Carlos for £28m and Boubacar Kamara – an exciting midfield prospect for the club.

There is still time for the club to continue expanding their roster, in light of this here are the latest Villa transfer news and rumours.

Villa approach Sangare

Former Manchester United target Ibrahim Sangare has been approached by Aston Villa, according to reports.

Football Insider suggests that both Leicester and Aston Villa are vying for the PSV Eindhoven midfielder’s signature

The Ivory Coast international is valued at around £20m and would certainly bolster Villa’s midfield for the upcoming Premier League campaign.

However, with the signing of Kamara for Villa, it seems less likely they will add another midfielder to their ranks.

Chukwuemeka eyed by European clubs

The Athletic has reported that Aston Villa youngster Carney Chukwuemeka is wanted by AC Milan and Barcelona.

The 18-year-old’s contract is up next summer at Villa, and this means he may be available for a bargain price this transfer window.

After Villa failed to agree on a new contract with the player, they will still only listen to offers of around £20m.

Cameron Archer staying?

Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard has stated that he believes Cameron Archer will stay at the club this year amid Rangers links.

The 20-year-old has enjoyed a strong pre-season, and this has caught the attention of many championships clubs also.

Speaking to the Express, Gerrard said: “Cam showed everything that Cam’s about, movement, quality, could have a hat-trick but for a few good blocks but, again with Cam, if you don’t let me leave the room and I’d have to make a decision now, he’d be staying in the door.”