Aston Villa Want To Sign This 23-Year-Old Winger: Will He Be The Right Choice? | OneFootball

Aston Villa continue to shape their long-term frontline with a clear interest in fresh attacking ideas. The club aims to keep balance in their squad while pushing for strong finishes in domestic and European competitions, and they look for options who offer flexibility across the front line.

Meanwhile, sources reported that Aston Villa are in advanced negotiations to extend Morgan Rogers’ contract, which shows that the club wants stability as they plan ahead. Additionally, reports stated that Aston Villa can’t send Jadon Sancho back in the middle of the season, meaning the current group of wide players will stay together for now.

Ansu Fati and the ongoing situation with Aston Villa

A report from Spanish outlet Fichajes states that Aston Villa are considering a move for Ansu Fati if his loan at AS Monaco does not turn into a permanent transfer. The Spanish forward has regained confidence in Ligue 1, scoring consistently and showing some sharpness that he had lost due to injuries.

His spell at Brighton & Hove Albion last season never progressed well because of recurring fitness issues and stop-start involvement. Barcelona grew frustrated with the 23-year-old’s slow return to top-level form and sent him to Monaco to refresh his career.

His form in France has gained attention from several clubs, and Aston Villa are observing the situation as they plan for the summer. The situation still lacks clarity because Monaco hold an option to keep him permanently, and they have not made a final decision. If Monaco decide against the purchase, Villa may consider making an offer.

Possible fit and notable concerns

BARCELONA, SPAIN – APRIL 30: Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

The idea of signing Ansu Fati brings a clear risk. His technical ability and attacking instincts remain strong, but his injury record continues to raise doubts. Fati’s time at Barcelona ended with repeated physical setbacks, and his loan at Brighton showed similar issues, with long breaks affecting his impact.

Roberto De Zerbi even suggested that Fati needed stronger conditioning to handle the intensity of English football, and that concern remains relevant. Unai Emery expects his forwards to press, defend, and maintain a high work rate, and Fati’s history makes this fit uncertain.

Aston Villa already have several wide attackers who can contribute across the season, and reliability will matter if they aim to compete in Europe. Fati offers high potential when fully fit, but the risk of further absences remains significant. Based on this, Villa may prefer players with consistent fitness, allowing Emery to build a stable attacking unit instead of taking a gamble that could leave them short again.