Aston Villa Can Sign Marco Asensio for Surprisingly Low £12 Million Fee
Aston Villa fans have recently discovered the surprisingly affordable price tag for making Marco Asensio’s loan move permanent this summer, with negotiations already underway between the clubs.
The Spanish midfielder joined Villa on loan from Paris Saint-Germain in January after falling out of favor under Luis Enrique. Since arriving in England, Asensio has made an immediate impact, netting an impressive seven goals in just eight matches from his attacking midfield position.
The 29-year-old has quickly established himself as a crucial player in Unai Emery’s squad. His contribution was particularly significant in Villa’s Champions League campaign, where he scored three goals across both legs against Club Brugge to help the team advance to the quarter-finals.
Interestingly, Villa’s next Champions League opponents will be PSG themselves – Asensio’s parent club. Unlike in English football where loanees cannot play against their parent clubs, UEFA rules allow Asensio to face the French champions in this high-profile fixture.
Transfer Talks Already Underway for Former Real Madrid Star
According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, while the permanent transfer fee isn’t explicitly stated in Asensio’s loan agreement, Villa and PSG have already begun discussions about the player’s future. The reported fee is a mere £12 million – an amount many consider exceptionally low for a player of Asensio’s caliber and experience.
This potential deal represents remarkable value considering:
- Asensio’s proven goal-scoring ability across three major European leagues
- His extensive Champions League and international experience
- The player is currently at the peak of his career at 29
- His immediate adaptation to Premier League football
Villa fans have responded enthusiastically to the news on social media, with many praising sporting director Monchi for potentially engineering such a cost-effective deal. One supporter described it as “an incredible bargain,” while another called Monchi “unbelievable” for his negotiation skills.
The club’s European ambitions for next season could play a crucial role in finalizing the deal. Villa currently sit in fourth place in the Premier League, which would secure Champions League qualification if maintained until season’s end.
Asensio’s wealth of experience at the highest level with Real Madrid and PSG would be invaluable to Villa’s developing squad. His signing would not only bolster their attacking options but also bring a winning mentality developed through multiple Champions League triumphs with Madrid.
The midfielder’s technical ability, tactical intelligence, and eye for spectacular goals have already endeared him to the Villa Park faithful. His versatility in attacking positions also gives Unai Emery valuable tactical flexibility as the team competes on multiple fronts.
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