Evann Guessand has joined Aston Villa from Nice in a deal valued at an initial £26m, with additional add-ons of £4m. He is the second signing for the 2025-26 season, following goalkeeper Marco Bizot. Guessand primarily plays on the right wing but can also play as a central striker. He is expected to fill the gap left by Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio since they will not return for the upcoming season. Guessand scored 12 goals in Ligue 1 and has signed a five-year contract with Aston Villa, potentially making his debut in the Premier League opener against Newcastle United.
Aston Villa have signed forward Evann Guessand from Nice for an initial £26m plus £4m in add-ons. He is primarily a right winger and can also play as a central striker.
Guessand fills the void left by loanees Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio, who will not return after last season. He signed a five-year deal with Aston Villa.
The 24-year-old scored 12 goals for Nice in Ligue 1, helping the club qualify for the Europa League. Aston Villa missed out on the top five last term.
Guessand's first competitive match for Villa could be against Newcastle United on August 16, with friendlies set against Marseille and Villarreal beforehand.
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