Aston Villa And Chelsea Failed With Move For €55 million Star: Is It A Setback? | OneFootball

Lucas Bergvall is still the name on every scout’s lips. This follows his incredible start at Tottenham Hotspur. Recent reports from The Athletic highlight his progress. The young midfielder has settled into life in London with startling ease. He became a key part of the first team almost instantly. Aston Villa and Chelsea failed with approaches for the player in the January transfer window.

The Meteoric Rise of Lucas Bergvall: Tottenham’s Swedish Sensation

He played a huge part in winning the Europa League trophy for Spurs under Ange Postecoglou. This achievement made Bergvall an instant hit with the fans. Consequently, the club gave him the Player of the Year award during his first season. This was a massive milestone for a newcomer in the English top flight.

A Tug-of-War for North London’s Crown Jewel

Bergvall is now 20 years old. He is a regular for the Sweden national team. He has successfully carried his early form into the current 2025/26 campaign. As of 15 February 2026, he has already played over 1,300 minutes across all competitions.

LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 20: Lucas Bergvall of Tottenham Hotspur walks off the pitch after an injury during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on January 20, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Bergvall has chipped in with a vital goal and four assists. Meanwhile, he keeps his pass completion rate near 83%. On the pitch, he offers a combination of physical strength and technical skill. Lucas stands at 1.87 m but has the agility to glide past aggressive presses.

Observers often praise how he reads the game and finds open space. These traits allow him to pick out teammates with sharp passes before opponents can react. However, some analysts think he needs to be tougher in defence and better in the air. Bergvall occasionally avoids gritty physical battles. Despite these small areas to work on, his value has jumped to around €55 million. This has led to serious interest from rival clubs.

Regarding the winter window, Tottenham didn’t budge. They turned down official offers from Aston Villa and Chelsea. In my view, missing out on Bergvall is a big blow, especially for Villa. Unai Emery loves technically gifted “interiors” who can move the ball forward. Bergvall fits that style better than almost any other youngster in Europe.

Some might say Villa have enough players in that spot. However, the Swede offers something different. He would have been a perfect long-term replacement for their older midfielders. The Chelsea board continue to push hard for him. On top of that, other clubs with steady Champions League football are calling. So, the market will likely produce a massive summer bid. This will make it much harder for Spurs to hang onto their star man forever.