Insider: Aston Villa backed to accept 'huge' Amadou Onana offer
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(Credit: Imago) Amadou Onana: Aston Villa could accept ‘huge’ offer after his confession Sun 5 April 2026 17:16, UK Amadou Onana is attracting interest from a number of clubs across Europe amid suggestions he could be allowed to leave Aston Villa this summer.The 24-year-old has been a key player under Unai Emery since his £50million arrival from Everton in 2024, but his performances have made him a high-profile target.Aston Villa are reluctant to see important players leave as they aim to continue their ambitious plans, but may be forced to cash in when the window opens.Former Villa scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that a “huge” offer could be enough to tempt them into a sale given their financial sitaution.There is a growing feeling that Emery’s side may be forced to sell players before they can invest in the squad ahead of a difficult transfer window for Aston Villa. 🔄 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 make new plan for Amadou Onana futureFootball Insider exclusively revealed in February at Onana is on Man United’s shortlist as they aim to bolster their midfield options under Michael Carrick.The Belgium international has been a long-term target at Old Trafford since his time at Everton, where he had also attracted interest from Barcelona.Amadou OnanaAston Villa Stats 2025-26Appearances31Starts27Minutes Played2203Goals2Amadou Onana’s 2025-26 stats for Aston Villa.
(via Transfermarkt)Emery views the 24-year-old as an important part of his side, but there is a growing feeling he could be among the players considered for a big-money exit.“We keep speaking about Aston Villa potentially losing players,” Brown told Football Insider.“But unfortunately that’s the position they seem to be in with the financial rules, similar to what we’ve seen happen with Newcastle as well.“They don’t have the room to spend money unless they sell players, we’re told, so then of course the talk is about which players could leave.“Onana is one who I wouldn’t be surprised to see go. If a huge offer came in for him from a top club, Villa might see him as somebody they can cash in on.“He hinted at it before in an interview, suggested he could leave for a bigger club, so if that opportunity comes up now then it could happen.“Unai Emery, ideally, wouldn’t be losing any of his best players because he wants to build on the success they’ve had, but it’s difficult with their finances.”What has Onana said about leaving Aston Villa?Brown told Football Insider in February that Onana is edging towards leaving Aston Villa as he put his future at Villa Park in doubt with a revealing interview.The 24-year-old hinted at wanting to make the next step in his career when speaking to the media as he confessed his desire to join a “world-class club”.Amadou Onana 🗣️“Yes, I think one day I’ll make a transfer to a world-class club.
Unai Emery helped me progress even further.”“After my time at Everton,… pic.twitter.com/4UPwBTRWQr— 𝐓𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 (@TotalVilla_) January 30, 2026 View Tweet It has been suggested that both Man United and Barcelona, who have previously been interested, could fit that bill if he decides to pursue a move away.Onana’s confession came as a blow to Villa’s transfer plans given his role in the side, and while he is not believed to be unhappy, his comments sparked renewed interest.It may now prove difficult for Emery to keep hold of him should the right offer arrive, particularly if Barcelona choose to act on their long-term interest. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath. Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from Villa Park.