As the last days of June come to a close, Aston Villa are among the Premier League’s biggest spenders in this summer’s transfer window.
Four permanent signings have been made to date. Diego Carlos, Boubacar Kamara, Philippe Coutinho and Robin Olsen have all put pen to paper on deals at Villa Park with more expected over the coming weeks.
Villa are expected to have a decent pot available to them regardless of outgoings, however, if we do see players leave the club as we progress through the window, even more could be handed to Steven Gerrard as he continues to strengthen and mould this squad into one he sees fit.
In an ideal world, though, the main chunk of business will be completed within the next two weeks.
Villa jet off to Australia on July 9 for the inaugural ‘Queensland Champions Cup’ pre-season tour and this will give any new faces the chance to bed in nicely.
For now though, the claret and blue remain among the busiest clubs this window and BirminghamWorld have taken a look at transfermarkt.co.uk to see how their spending compares to their Premier League rivals.
5. Brentford - £0
The Bees' agenda this window has so far been dominated by their bid to secure Christian Eriksen on a longer contract, after a successful six-month spell in the second half of last season. Photo: Getty Images
6. Bournemouth - £0
The Cherries have yet to spend any money this window but Scott Parker has added to his squad with the signing of Ryan Fredericks on a free transfer from West Ham. Photo: Getty Images
7. Manchester United - £0
The Old Trafford club have been linked with numerous players but have yet to complete any deals as Erik ten Hag prepares for his first season in charge at the club. Photo: Getty Images
8. Leicester City - £0
The Foxes returned to pre-season training on Monday but no new players joined them. Photo: Getty Images