DONE DEAL: Premier League transfer that “makes sense” is something that Aston Villa is “pushing hard” for.

DONE DEAL: Premier League transfer that “makes sense” is something that Aston Villa is “pushing hard” for.

According to reports, Aston Villa is making progress on signing a Chelsea player, and they are currently in regular contact. Given that

Jhon Duran is getting closer to leaving the Villans, the team is making a stronger effort to sign left-back Ian Maatsen.Villa will have the money to trigger Maatsen’s £35 million release clause thanks to Duran’s anticipated £40 million sale, but there are still obstacles to clear.Unai Emery holds great admiration for the defender, who was instrumental in the second half of the previous season while on loan at Borussia Dortmund.According to Football Insider Every day, Villa and Chelsea speak about Maatsen’s possible signing.

According to reports, the Villans’ valuation of the 22-year-old is less than the release clause; hence, talks are reportedly in progress to see whether a discount may be provided.The need for a new left-sided defender is increasing because Lucas Digne is nearing retirement despite his extensive experience and ability to play at the highest level, while Àlex Moreno is rumored to want to leave Villa Park and return to Spain.Dortmund may present Maatsen with competition because the German Bundesliga’s top team is keen to extend the Dutch international’s loan. However, they are also

refusing to give in to the £35 million demand.

The trade between Villa and Chelsea makes sense.

Whether a straight swap arrangement can be achieved for Duran instead of individual transactions is still up for debate. Villa would still make some money from the striker, but not nearly as much as they would have if Duran had departed in a straight sale because his value exceeded Maatsen’s release clause.

Given that Villa are also interested in Conor Gallagher, the issue is complicated. The midfielder is Emery’s top priority when it comes to replacing Douglas Luiz, who is expected to join Juventus. Emery desires depth in numbers, but Weston McKennie will be there soon to help with that problem.