Aston Villa are reportedly interested in signing 29-year-old Spanish international Marco Asensio from Paris Saint-Germain.
As per an update by reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Marco Asensio is keen on a move to Aston Villa. The Villans are in talks to get the deal done, and it will be interesting to see if they can secure his signature before the January window slams shut.
Asensio could prove to be a useful acquisition for Aston Villa, and he will add goals and creativity to the side. The former Real Madrid attacker is versatile enough to operate in the attacking midfield role as well as on the flanks. His versatility will be an added bonus for Aston Villa if they can get the deal done.
The West Midlands club are currently competing in the UEFA Champions League, and they have made it to the knockout rounds of the competition. The 29-year-old will want to compete at a high level with them. It is no surprise that he is open to joining the club amid the recent links. They have a talented squad, and a proven manager like Unai Emery in charge as well.
Asensio could use a fresh start
The 38-cap Spanish international’s time at the French club has not gone according to plan, and he has not been able to make the desired impact. Moving to the Premier League could be an interesting opportunity for him at this stage of his career.
Aston Villa have an exciting project, and they will be hoping to compete in Europe regularly. The Villans will hope to fight for trophies as well, and they need quality players at their disposal. The 29-year-old Spanish midfielder could prove to be a quality acquisition for them. The Spaniard has played for big clubs, and he knows what it takes to win trophies regularly. His experience could prove to be vital to the Aston Villa dressing room.
The player has the technical attributes to adapt to the Premier League, and he will look to make an instant impact at Aston Villa if the move goes through. It will be interesting to see if the Premier League side can negotiate a reasonable deal with PSG for the 38-cap Spanish international.
