"Aston Villa have had a fantastic few weeks in the Premier League, as they find themselves in and around the Champions League places again. In order to secure qualification, Unai Emery is hoping to see his squad added to in the January transfer window, with striker being the main area of interest. Aston Villa's impressive form over the last couple of months has come in spite of Ollie Watkins' slump."
"Thiago, who has 11 goals in 13 Premier League appearances so far this season for Brentford, is wanted by Aston Villa, according to the Mirror (via SportsView). The 24-year-old is seen as an ideal successor to Watkins, with the plan being for a move to be made when the transfer window opens in January. However, it will not be easy for Aston Villa to prise Thiago away especially mid-season."
Aston Villa have risen into and around Champions League positions and seek squad additions in the January window, prioritizing a striker. Ollie Watkins has scored only once in 18 appearances across all competitions since September, leaving Unai Emery without a natural replacement. Igor Thiago has scored 11 goals in 13 Premier League appearances this season for Brentford and is considered an ideal successor to Watkins. Brentford paid £30m for Thiago in summer 2024 and would likely demand a substantially higher fee, potentially around the £65m received for Bryan Mbeumo. Tottenham and Newcastle are also interested, making competition and price significant obstacles.
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