Aston Villa is set to sign FC Barcelona’s defender, Clement Lenglet, on loan for the 2023/24 season. Aston Villa will cover 75% of Lenglet’s salary, while Barcelona takes care of the remaining 25%.
Lenglet, who was on loan at Tottenham last season, will provide depth to Aston Villa’s defense due to Tyrone Mings’ serious knee injury. He made 24 starts in 26 league appearances for Tottenham in the 2022-23 season.
According to the reports, Sevilla was also interested in Lenglet for a potential two-year loan deal, but there were disagreements about wage coverage.
Clement Lenglet to Aston Villa, here we go! Agreement reached on loan deal as Lenglet will travel later today 🟣🔵🇫🇷 #AVFC
Negotiations revealed yesterday now set to be sealed, waiting for documents to be signed. Player already agreed. pic.twitter.com/mcvClghH4O
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 30, 2023
Barcelona is expected to be active in the transfer market as they pursue Joao Cancelo, and Joao Felix is also on their radar, depending on player departures. Other players like Eric Garcia, Ansu Fati, and Abde Ezzazouli are attracting attention from various clubs including Girona, Chelsea, and Tottenham. Girona wants Eric Garcia, while Ansu Fati and Abde Ezzazouli are getting noticed by Chelsea and Tottenham respectively.
