Aston Villa to make 'big' McGinn decision as ex-CEO reveals their PSR decision if they win Europa League
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(Credit: Imago) Wed 20 May 2026 10:00, UK Aston Villa will need to make a decision on whether to keep or sell John McGinn this summer before their return to the Champions League.That is according to former Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking to Football Insider, who believes the club could have a chance to close the gap further on their top six rivals this summer.The Villans have qualified for the Champions League thanks to a top five Premier League finish with a game to spare.Unai Emery’s side have also reached the Europa League final, which could have been another route to the Champions League with victory over Freiburg.Ahead of their participation in the Champions League, Aston Villa will look to strengthen their squad this summer, which could also mean the departures of key players. 🔄 Aston Villa Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Aston Villa boardroom. VISIT THE VILLA TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Aston Villa can start making summer transfer plansEverton’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – believes that there are “questions” over whether McGinn will remain at Villa Park next season.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast, Wyness firstly believes that Aston Villa need to increase the size of their squad, and that can be achievable with European revenue.Games Started28Successful Passes82.4%Chanecs Created41Duels Won44.5%Defensive Contributions148John McGinn’s 2025-26 Premier League stats for Aston Villa.He told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “There has to be a number of bodies as well to get that squad depth.
How long has he got left at Villa? Villa have got to try and get fresher legs into that squad for a long European season in the Champions League.“So some big questions for Damian Vidagany there to look at.
But it’s good they can make the plans early now, knowing that they’ve at least got Champions League through their league position. “If they win the Europa League and get that extra cash bonus, then they’ll be in a reasonable position, and they’ll have a chance to push on and hopefully challenge that top six that the PSR rules have been guarding for a long time.”Youri Tielemans makes Aston Villa transfer decisionAlongside McGinn, Youri Tielemans is also attracting attention from rivals for his performances at Villa Park this season.Sources have told Football Insider that Tielemans is likely to remain at Aston Villa as he remains a key part of Emery’s side.Clubs in Saudi Arabia were the front-runners to sign the 29-year-old, but the Belgian is not looking to force a move away from Aston Villa.Emery could sell fringe players instead in order to bring in funds, whilst striker Ollie Watkins could be the most significant departure from the club this summer. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath.