Aston Villa in 'pole position' to sign £25m star linked with Arsenal

NewsNow · Arsenal News · 2026-08-12 · all

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The Hammers are observing significant movement in the transfer market as one of their Premier League rivals, Aston Villa, reportedly takes the lead in securing a new signing. The player, who carries a valuation of approximately £25 million, had previously been a subject of interest for Arsenal. Recent developments suggest that the Birmingham-based club has moved into a primary position to finalize the deal. As West Ham looks to navigate their own recruitment strategy, the activity of fellow top-flight sides remains a key point of interest for those tracking the competitive landscape of the division as clubs look to strengthen their squads for the campaign.

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