Setting their sights on stars of the future, Aston Villa are now reportedly expected to submit what would be their third bid to sign a rising star amid news that his valuation has dropped.
Aston Villa hoping third time's the charm
Aston Villa proved in the January transfer window that they're more than capable of luring some of Europe's biggest names to the Midlands - welcoming both Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio on loan from Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain respectively. And that pull power should come as little surprise these days. After all, we are now talking about Champions League quarter-finalists.
After sweeping past Club Brugge in clinical fashion, the Villans are now set to face their toughest challenge yet in the form of PSG. Meanwhile, as Unai Emery's side continue to make progress off the pitch, those away from the action are beginning to steal headlines of their own.
According to Sabah, as relayed by Sports Witness, Aston Villa are now expected to submit a third bid to sign Semih Kilicsoy from Besiktas this summer.
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The Villans were reportedly unsuccessful with two offers last summer, including one worth €18m (£15m) with add-ons included. Now, one year on, patience could prove to be a virtue amid reports suggesting that the teenager's price has dropped to just €15m (£12m) ahead of the forthcoming transfer window.
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Up against Newcastle United in the race for his signature, Aston Villa will be desperate to see their third bid end in success and welcome Kilicsoy once and for all this summer.
"Monster" Kilicsoy is one to watch
In his debut season for Besiktas' senior side, Kilicsoy was involved in as many as 15 goals in all competitions with 12 goals and three assists to his name. Now, one season on, the 19-year-old winger has simply picked up where he left off - scoring six goals and creating a further four - to attract the attention of Aston Villa once again.
Dubbed a "physical monster" by analyst Ben Mattinson, Kilicosy is simply not a player that Aston Villa want to miss out on. After chasing his signature since last summer, they seemingly have the chance to land a bargain deal just one year on.
Meanwhile, as the transfer rumours continue, there's no doubt that the Besiktas star will continue to steal the headlines.