Villa Reach Out to Palace for Mateta and Initiate Talks with AC Milan Over Leao
Aston Villa have opened preliminary discussions with Crystal Palace regarding the possible acquisition of striker Jean-Philippe Matéta, while simultaneously making overtures to AC Milan in an attempt to secure the services of winger Rafael Leão. The club is actively evaluating its attacking options as it contends with external interest in its current forward, Ollie Watkins, who appears to be a ta…
Aug. 25, 2026, noon