Aston Villa open talks about signing ‘destroyer’ who Emery personally wants

Aston Villa have approached Sevilla regarding the availability of midfielder Lucien Agoumé, according to a report from Spanish outlet Orgullo Biri. Manager Unai Emery was reportedly impressed by the 24-year-old defensive midfielder during a recent friendly between the two sides, leading a senior Villa official to make initial contact.

While no formal bid has been submitted for a permanent transfer, Sevilla reportedly value Agoumé at £35 million and would require more than £26 million to open negotiations. Villa are seeking midfield reinforcements following a serious knee injury to Amadou Onana and a demanding domestic and European schedule.