{"id":247548,"date":"2026-06-10T07:10:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T07:10:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/hes-like-prime-grealish-aston-villa-submit-bid-to-seal-first-summer-signing\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T07:10:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T07:10:13","slug":"hes-like-prime-grealish-aston-villa-submit-bid-to-seal-first-summer-signing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/hes-like-prime-grealish-aston-villa-submit-bid-to-seal-first-summer-signing\/","title":{"rendered":"He’s like prime Grealish: Aston Villa submit bid to seal first summer signing"},"content":{"rendered":"

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As far as dream seasons in professional football go, Aston Villa<\/a> are right up there, with Unai Emery<\/a> once again working his magic during the 2025\/26 campaign.<\/p>\n

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The Spaniard led the Villans to a fourth-place finish in the Premier League<\/a>, whilst also winning the Europa League and ending the club\u2019s 44-year wait for a European trophy.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no denying Emery has transformed the side into one of England\u2019s most-feared outfits, but now he has the task of delivering trophies and success on a consistent basis.<\/p>\n

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His side already has numerous elite-level talents, but it\u2019s crucial that the hierarchy back the 54-year-old with added reinforcements to aid his chances of further success.<\/p>\n

This summer\u2019s transfer window presents the perfect chance for the board to build on the recent European triumph and mount a push for a potential title challenge in the years ahead.<\/p>\n

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\n Aston Villa make \u00a345m bid to land European superstar<\/strong>
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Recent success continentally and domestically in 2025\/26 will only increase the funds Villa are able to spend during the upcoming summer transfer window.<\/p>\n

West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes has emerged as one possible transfer target<\/a>, but the Villans could face stiff competition from Manchester United for his signature.<\/p>\n

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The 21-year-old is expected to depart the London Stadium this summer after the Hammers\u2019 relegation, but Nuno Esp\u00edrito Santo\u2019s side are still set to demand \u00a385m to offload the youngster.<\/p>\n

The attacking department could also be bolstered during the off-season, with Como forward Martin Baturina emerging as another potential transfer target.<\/p>\n

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via Sport Witness, Villa recently made a \u20ac50m (\u00a345m) bid<\/a> for the Croatian international, who registered 12 combined goals and assists in all competitions.<\/p>\n

The report states that the offer was rejected by the Italian outfit, and Cesc F\u00e0bregas\u2019 side could demand as much as \u00a369m to offload the 23-year-old this window.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s unclear if Emery\u2019s men will return with a second offer for the attacking midfielder, but their recent offer certainly highlights the intent to spend big ahead of 2026\/27.<\/p>\n

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\n Why Baturina would be like a prime Grealish for Villa<\/strong>
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Villa\u2019s recent rise up the Premier League and to European stardom simply wouldn\u2019t have been possible without the impact of Jack Grealish<\/a> – for more than one reason.<\/p>\n

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The Englishman was a key part of the Villans squad which secured promotion back to the Premier League in 2018\/19, whilst helping maintain the side\u2019s top-flight stats a year later.<\/p>\n

He registered 17 goals and 18 assists during his first two years back in the Premier League, often thriving off the left-hand side of the attack or in the number ten position.<\/p>\n

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Jack Grealish – Aston Villa record<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

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Statistics<\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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Tally<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n

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Games played<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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213<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Goals scored<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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32<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Assists<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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43<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Yellow cards<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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29<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Red cards<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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2<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Minutes played<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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15338<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

However, the 30-year-old would depart in a then English-record \u00a3100m deal to join Manchester City back in 2021 – a move seen as a real turning point for the club.<\/p>\n

Such funds have been cleverly invested back into the first-team squad, subsequently allowing for the recent success endured under Emery in recent months.<\/p>\n

His skillset saw him capture the hearts of all supporters in the West Midlands, with Baturina hoping to do the same upon any move of his own this summer.<\/p>\n

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The Croatian possesses a very similar playstyle to that of Grealish, subsequently having the ability to star off the left-hand side of the attack or within central areas.<\/p>\n

His stats from the recent season in Serie A highlight his phenomenal talent, with his potential addition undoubtedly offering Emery the added quality he\u2019s hunting for this summer.<\/p>\n

Baturina, who\u2019s been labelled \u201cone of the best playmakers<\/a>\u201d by talent scout Antonio Mango, created a staggering 3.6 chances per 90 in Italy\u2019s top flight.<\/p>\n

The aforementioned tally ranks him within the top 3% of all midfielders in Serie A, subsequently highlighting his superb ability to create opportunities for those around him.<\/p>\n

His 40% cross accuracy is also another sign of his tremendous quality within forward areas – also ranking him within the top 3% of attackers in the division.<\/p>\n

Baturina\u2019s 54% dribble success highlights a similarity to Grealish, with both players having huge success in being able to glide past the opposition with ease.<\/p>\n

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Whilst no deal has yet been agreed for the 23-year-old, the recent offer is a huge statement of intent from Villa in their hunt for added glory in the near future.<\/p>\n

Baturina would be a sensational addition should they be able to reach an agreement, with the Croatian international having all the tools needed to emulate Grealish\u2019s success in the West Midlands.<\/p>\n

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Aston Villa are reportedly interested in a deal to sign a star who would be better than Jadon Sancho.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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