Aston Villa advances in negotiations for Johan Manzambi

The saga surrounding Johan Manzambi is intensifying. According to David Ornstein, Aston Villa is in the process of finalizing the signing of the talented Swiss midfielder, who is 20 years old and currently plays for SC Freiburg. The Villains' interest has become more tangible, as they are willing to pay €60 million for his transfer.

Manzambi, whose position is central midfielder, has shown great potential, with a market value of €50 million. His contract with Freiburg runs until June 30, 2030, which adds a level of complexity to the operation. However, the situation has drastically changed in recent days, as the player has shown a preference to join Aston Villa, despite Newcastle having reached a prior agreement with his club.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that negotiations are underway to 'hijack' the signing from Newcastle, who had taken the lead in the race for Manzambi. The situation has become critical for the Magpies, who are now in uncertainty, as the player is advancing in discussions with Aston Villa. Ben Jacobs has also reported that the deal is almost closed, indicating that the Villains are close to securing the services of the young Swiss.

With the €60 million deal on the table and a contract that would extend until 2031, Manzambi's arrival at Villa Park could be a significant boost for the team, which seeks to establish itself in the Premier League and strengthen its midfield. As negotiations progress, Manzambi's future seems increasingly directed towards Aston Villa.