Juventus could try to lure Nicolo Zaniolo, on loan from Aston Villa, away from Villa Park next year.
However, Villa are confident in agreeing a new contract with striker Ollie Watkins, who has been an integral part of the team since his arrival in 2020.
Watkins has been a constant threat this season, averaging 2.
7 shots and 1.
7 key passes per game.
According to reports, Aston Villa fans could find themselves in dreamland for the second time in just a few days after their win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, as Unai Emery’s side are now confident of securing a major new contract at Villa Park.
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According to Calciomercato via TEAMtalk, Juventus are interested in Aston Villa loanee Nicolo Zaniolo despite his bright start to life in the West Midlands and could try to pull off a surprise move for the Italy international in the summer next.
Zaniolo has expressed interest in a move to Juventus and it is said that ‘anything is possible’ with his future; However, it remains to be seen whether Aston Villa will agree a permanent deal with Galatasaray for the 24-year-old.
At the same time, much will depend on the financial capacity of Italian giant Juventus, which has been questioned in recent months.
According to BBC Sport, Aston Villa mounted an exemplary comeback against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, recording victory over their 10-man opponents thanks to Ollie Watkins’ 73rd-minute goal.
Chelsea defender Malo Gusto was sent off for a foul on Lucas Digne in the 58th minute, leaving Aston Villa to control the rest of the match and then look to win in west London, pushing Emery’s side up sixth place on the rankings.
Premier League rankings.
Speaking to the media after the match, Emery praised his team’s ability to bounce back after heavy defeats to Newcastle United and Liverpool this season, saying:
“We have to find a way to be stronger against Newcastle and Liverpool.
Today was difficult but we played very well.
Who can sign a new contract with Aston Villa?
According to Football Insider, Aston Villa are still working to tie down England international striker Watkins to a new deal in the West Midlands and all parties are now “confident” that a new contract will be agreed soon.
Watkins is said to be happy at Aston Villa and the new deal will include a significant increase in his wage spend along with responsibility for leading the attack under Emery.
According to Transfermarkt, Torquay-born Watkins has been an integral part of Aston Villa’s interior since joining the club in 2020 and has scored 47 goals and provided 15 assists in 125 appearances field in all competitions for Villans.
Once again proving to be a nuisance for defenders this season, Watkins has averaged 2.
7 shots and 1.
7 key passes per game so far in Premier League 2023/24, according to WhoScored.
Described by former Aston Villa manager Dean Smith as “outstanding” in 2021, Watkins has also shown his altruistic side this campaign, successfully creating 19 shots in England’s top tournament, including 5 phases leading directly to goals, according to FBRef.