Aston Villa are on the verge of adding another high-profile player to their squad after a summer of significant activity. Following the recent signing of Andres Garcia, the club is now in advanced negotiations to bring in Sevilla defender Loic Bade, with a reported fee of around £30 million including add-ons.
This summer has seen Villa engage in a flurry of transfer activity, marked by the departures of key players such as Douglas Luiz and Moussa Diaby. However, the club has swiftly moved to strengthen their squad by acquiring Amadou Onana and Ian Maatsen, both of whom have bolstered their ambitions for a consecutive top-four Premier League finish. With Villa just four points off a Champions League spot, the addition of Bade would be a major boost to their defensive options.
Bade’s Impressive Sevilla Stats
Bade, 23, has emerged as a standout performer for Sevilla in La Liga. His defensive contributions, such as 4.1 clearances and 2.1 tackles per game, rank him among the best in Sevilla’s squad this season. Across 16 appearances, his consistent match rating of 6.82 highlights his reliability and effectiveness at the back.
The Frenchman’s performances have attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, Newcastle United, Crystal Palace, and Brighton. However, Aston Villa appear to have secured the inside track on his signature, reportedly prioritizing Bade over alternative targets like Oscar Mingueza.
Villa’s Busy Summer Window
Unai Emery’s side has been proactive in reshaping the squad. Notable moves include signing Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund for £22 million and parting ways with Jaden Philogene, who joined Ipswich Town, and Diego Carlos, who left for Fenerbahce. Andres Garcia’s €7 million (£5.7 million) arrival on Tuesday underlined the club’s commitment to competing on multiple fronts, including the Champions League.
With Bade’s signing on the horizon, Villa’s transfer window momentum shows no signs of slowing down. Fans eagerly await the confirmation of Bade’s arrival, as Emery looks to build a squad capable of competing at the highest levels domestically and in Europe.