Aston Villa may have an element of uncertainty hanging over them this window, but that hasn't stopped Unai Emery pushing hard to sign a talented midfielder from the continent.
Aston Villa could be forced to sell before they can buy
By now, most Premier League fans will be aware that Aston Villa run the risk of being penalised in line with Profit and Sustainability Rules if they don't manage to sell some players before the June 30th deadline.
In turn, a host of stars have been linked with moves away from the club. Morgan Rogers is said to be a £100 million target for Arsenal and isn't the only player being lined up by circling sides.
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Nevertheless, Emiliano Martinez is one of the most likely candidates to be sacrificed and could ease pressure on offloading the likes of Rodgers this summer. The Argentina international is being courted by Manchester United and several Saudi Pro League teams.
Planning for the future without their long-serving number one, Aston Villa could look to sign LOSC Lille's Lucas Chevalier, giving an indication of the one-in-one-out policy that could be adopted in the West Midlands to carefully navigate their delicate situation.
Losing out on a Champions League slot has created an unwanted PSR shortfall, but that isn't something that can't be fixed with savvy decision-making.
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He could replace Marcus Rashford.
Leon Bailey could net £25 million if he is sold to Neom SC and Jhon Duran's big-money sale earlier this year could create some wiggle room later down the line, so who could Aston Villa buy in that case?
If recent developments are anything to go by, Emery is willing to take a major step towards improving his midfield, with the added caveat that his latest target can play in several different positions.
Aston Villa make first move to sign Fares Chaibi from Eintracht Frankfurt
According to reports in Italy via Frankfurter Rundschau, Aston Villa have taken concrete steps to sign Fares Chaibi from Eintracht Frankfurt and the Bundesliga outfit may consider a sale under the right circumstances.
The 20-year-old is predominantly an attacking midfielder, but he can also feature on either flank or through the middle as a centre-forward when needed.
Fares Chaibi in 2024/25 for Eintracht Frankfurt per 90 mins (FBRef)
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Earning a modest £12,968 per week in Germany, roughly speaking, Chaibi has registered two goals and three assists in 38 appearances across all competitions this season.
Making their first move, Aston Villa believe the Algeria international has the talent to become a special player at Villa Park, and they are now trying to push a deal over the line.
Moving back to matters previously mentioned, this swoop may be contingent on whether they can come out the other side of the PSR deadline unscathed, so it remains to be seen whether they can force this one through.