‘Has Just Said Yes’: Fabrizio Romano Drops Amazing Aston Villa Transfer Update With ‘Sensational’ Star Now Set to Join

Leverkusen Winger Was Key Target

Villa had to beat a slew of other clubs for the French winger.

Spanish coach Unai Emery, who has been in charge of Villa since October of last year, had been targeting Diaby as a wing-partner for star forward Ollie Watkins. Villa had an impressive season last year, and their final table standing of seventh place guaranteed them a European season this upcoming year.

Big Fee for Big-Time Player

Romano announced that the Diabby deal will see the Villans send “in excess of £43 million to Leverkusen.” The sheer amount of money automatically places big expectations on Diaby. Known more for his goal-scoring, Diaby also performed very well in the Bundesliga among other key statistics.

Where Will Moussa Diaby Fit In?

Diaby plays on the right and is capable of making goals happen. One of Villa’s current occupants of the right-winger spot is Leon Bailey, who played with Diaby at Leverkusen a couple of years ago. When they played together, Diaby would either be used as a stellar sub for Bailey, or show his versatility and play some on the left side of the field.

The Claret and Blue Keep Getting Better

Emery has already shown his transfer market prowess with the addition of a key player during his time with Villarreal. Defensive strength as a way to wear down the spirits of opposing teams is a link for Villa to use their sensational scoring talents.

The addition of Diaby, who has been dubbed as “sensational”, makes Villa even more dangerous to the defences of the Premier League. Watkins and Bailey were dangerous enough by themselves, but Diaby adds a crushing force down the right side. Villa might be tempted to rotate their stars as they try to spring late goals on teams with effective substitutions; which might see Diaby play some time on the left to allow everyone some playing time.