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‘Although GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham have refused to rule out the possibility of sanctioning Romero’s departure ahead of next term, their preference is to keep him and offer a giant contract which would see him leap to the top of the wage bill.’

Brighton head into the match round in seventh place in the Premier League, two points and two places above Villa. The two teams had contrasting weekends with the hosts exiting the FA Cup on a penalty shoot-out against Nottingham Forest while Villa eased into the semi-finals with a convincing win at Preston.

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While Aston Villa are preparing for a busy month, transfer rumors are never going to be in short supply. Between the latest activity from Monchi and the hope of always upgrading the roster, fans can always have fun speculating on who to potentially add to the squad.

Aston Villa are keen to sign a new midfielder and Tottenham star Yves Bissouma is a confirmed target, with Spurs willing to sell if their price tag is met.

Aston Villa grabbed three crucial points as they won 3-0 at Brighton on Wednesday. Marcus Rashford scored in the first half and Marco Asensio and Donyell Malen added late clinchers as Unai Emery’s side were excellent on the counter attack. Brighton dominated vast swathes of the game but Fabian Hurzeler’s side couldn’t find the finishing touch.

Aston Villa put in a clinical display as goals from Marcus Rashford, Marco Asensio and Donyell Malen saw off Brighton in a 3-0 win.

Marcus Rashford scored his first league goal for Aston Villa who earned a comfortable 3-0 win at Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday, which moved the visitors ahead of the hosts in the Premier League standings.