Summer 2025 Transfer Window - hopes, speculation, rumours etc.

[Toronto Villa]

I think Richards was always capable of a fuck up but his pace generally made up for it. Unfortunately, we signed him when he'd had loads of injuries and his pace had largely gone.

Young Micah Richards at Man City was excellent. Much like young Emile Heskey at Leicester and Liverpool. In both cases we got the past it/broken versions. In Micah's case both.

[Tuscans]

Kortney Hause has officially left #AVFC. He is one of nine players (U21s included) to leave. Has had a horrendous time with injuries but has been fit for some time now. Same case with Ajani Burchall also released (highly rated at Bournemouth but injuries scuppered time at Villa.

Todd Alcock, Mikell Barnes, Charlie Lutz, Kobei Moore, Robin Olsen, Kyrie Pierre and Rico Richards have all departed also

[eamonn]

Todd Alcock...didn't he prop-up the bar in Early Doors?

And I thought Charlie Lutz was one half of a bungling burglar duo, together with Sil Swinkels, who, if he hasn't been "released" is presumably incarcerated in a windowless Bodymoor cell.

[Yeltzer]

Al Hilal are interested in Boubacar Kamara @footmercato

[Tuscans]

A key player in Unai Emery's squad at Aston Villa, Boubacar Kamara is attracting attention and attracting interest. Al-Hilal has positioned itself to try to recruit him.

Al-Hilal wants a strong squad. After failing to qualify in the Saudi Pro League, the club is looking to inject some new blood into its squad for the Club World Cup, which will take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13. The Saudi team has made a major move by signing Simone Inzaghi, who was playing for Inter Milan. The Italian coach has replaced Jorge Jesus. Regarding players, Al-Hilal is also looking to attract big names. In recent weeks, the SPL club has made moves for several prospects and positions.

The names of Ederson (Man City), Alisson (Liverpool), Marc-André ter Stegen (FC Barcelona), Théo Hernandez (AC Milan), Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd), Darwin Nuñez (Liverpool), Luis Diaz (Liverpool), Heung-min Son (Tottenham), Jadon Sancho (Man Utd), Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP), Bernardo Silva (Man City) and Victor Osimhen (Naples) have been mentioned. And in the last few hours, it is Angeliño who is getting closer to Saudi Arabia, we have been informed. But Al-Hilal, very financially powerful, does not intend to stop there. Indeed, the Saudi club has set its sights on Boubacar Kamara .

The 25-year-old versatile midfielder has been making waves at the highest level since signing for Aston Villa , where he has become a Premier League fixture and a driving force in Unai Emery's squad. A coach who also greatly appreciates the former OM player, as do the Villans' management. A few weeks ago, we exclusively revealed that the English side had made an exceptional offer to extend the Frenchman's contract, which expires in 2027. A historic contract never before seen at the club, which has not yet been accepted by the footballer.

We also told you that Kamara (42 matches in all competitions this season, 1 goal) ideally wants to play in the Champions League next season. Except that the Villans have not qualified for the next edition. This has not escaped Al-Hilal, who want to jump into the breach and try their luck. The Saudi club has substantial financial resources and wants to count on French-made talent. It remains to be seen whether this offensive will be able to convince the French international (3 caps) one year before the 2026 World Cup, in which he hopes to participate. There is no doubt that this Al-Hilal offensive is likely to awaken other clubs in search of a solid reinforcement in midfield. Aston Villa, who must sell this summer, are preparing to be attacked for their player.

[OCD]

How would joining a Saudi club help him to play in the Champions League?

[cdbearsfan]

There's an Asian Champions League.

[eye digress]

Bad translation!

[PaulWinch again]

They’re going to have to work pretty quick if they want him for the club World Cup.

[Londonvilla]

Andy@SAFCsource

According to Foot Mercato, Sunderland are one of four clubs (Burnley, Betis and Real Sociedad being the others) interested in Aston Villa left back Alex Moreno, who is available for €6m. #SAFC

First come......

[Rudy Can't Fail]

That would be money well spent.

[ozzjim]

Very. For any side from 6th down, Moreno is a very good player with good prem experience

[eamonn]

A year on the bench at Forest presumably hasn't done much for his core asset, speed.

[Rigadon]

A year on the bench at Forest presumably hasn't done much for his core asset, speed.

I doubt he’s been on the bench in training mind you! I always liked Moreno and I think he was a bit unlucky to be moved on when he was. 

[ChicagoLion]

Buendia to Leeds ?