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Winter transfer window: Aston Villa interested in Raphaël Onyedika

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Nigerian international Raphaël Onyedika is beginning to reap the rewards of his outstanding performances at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. His stellar run has caught the eye of English side Aston Villa, who are looking to bolster their midfield during the ongoing winter transfer window.

Onyedika draws Premier League interest

According to Belgian journalist (Sacha Tavolieri), Aston Villa have made inquiries about the Club Brugge midfielder, with Turkish giants Galatasaray also reportedly showing interest.

At 24 years old, Onyedika stands out for his versatility. Equally adept as a defensive midfielder or a central defender, he offers a complete profile highly prized on the transfer market.

The Nigerian player also boasts solid stats with Club Brugge, where he has made 165 appearances, netted 8 goals, and provided 5 assists.

During the last AFCON, Onyedika shined with the Super Eagles, helping them clinch third place after a penalty shootout win over Egypt. He also scored twice against Uganda during the group stage.