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“We all thought from the start” – Everton man expecting Aston Villa summer signing to shine quickly

Everton midfielder Merlin Röhl has backed Aston Villa summer signing, and former Freiburg teammate, Johan Manzambi to adapt quickly to life in the Premier League. Manzambi joined Aston Villa in a €60m deal this summer from the German club. He…

By Sean Lunt · Sport Witness

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 8:39 AM

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Everton midfielder Merlin Röhl expects former Freiburg teammate Johan Manzambi to quickly thrive at Aston Villa.
Johan Manzambi completed a permanent transfer to Aston Villa from Freiburg for a reported fee of €60m.
Manzambi recently recorded a goal and an assist in Aston Villa's 3-2 victory over Tottenham.

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Everton midfielder Merlin Röhl has backed former Freiburg teammate Johan Manzambi to adapt quickly to the Premier League at Aston Villa. Manzambi joined Unai Emery's side during the summer transfer window in a €60m deal after a breakout World Cup campaign with Switzerland.

Röhl praised the 20-year-old's exceptional quality, stating Freiburg players knew early on he would succeed. Manzambi recently showcased his potential for Aston Villa by recording a goal and an assist in a 3-2 victory over Tottenham.

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“We all thought from the start” – Everton man expecting Aston Villa summer signing to shine quickly

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