AS Roma have reached an agreement in principle to sign Aston Villa forward Donyell Malen on loan, with a conditional obligation to buy for around 25 million, according to journalist Ben Jacobs. The structure of the deal has been approved by all parties, with only final formalities remaining. The 26-year-old Netherlands international has made it clear that he wants the move, driven by a desire for consistent minutes and a guaranteed role as a central striker.
Aston Villa are in formal talks with Atletico Madrid to bring England international Conor Gallagher back to the Premier League in a deal that could define their season. According to journalist Ben Jacobs, the Midlands club is negotiating a loan deal with a conditional obligation to buy, valued at approximately 30m (25m). While Atletico Madrid remain reluctant to sanction a purely temporary exit for the 25-year-old, reports indicate they are open to a deal if the purchase conditions are easily achieved.
Aston Villa have brought Douglas Luiz back on loan for the remainder of the season, after Juventus terminated his temporary stay with Nottingham Forest. Luiz previously spent five years with Villa after arriving from Manchester City in July 2019, following the club's promotion back to the Premier League. He helped Villa re-establish themselves in the top flight and become regular contenders for European football, culminating in a fourth-placed finish in 2023-24.