This winter, Paris Saint-Germain wanted to degrease. Randal Kolo Muani and Milan Skriniar were the two players on which Luis Enrique no longer counted. They were therefore sent on loan to Juventus and Fenerbahçe. Then, a third name was added to the unwanted list. That of Marco Asensio. Which surprised since Spanish often helped out during the first part of the season at the post of false number 9. But at the end of the calendar year 2024 and the start of 2025, the former of Real Madrid understood that he was not one of Lucho's plans.
Under the leadership of his agent Jorge Mendes, he therefore looked for an exit door during this winter transfer window. Galatasaray and Juventus have positioned themselves. Ditto for several Spanish stables. Indeed, Real Sociedad, Betis, Villarreal or Mallorca were cited as potential fall points. Asensio was even offered to certain clubs, including FC Barcelona. Then, it was the flat calm for a few days before Aston Villa, which was already interested at the start of the transfer window, revived this track in the last straight line of the transfer window.
Relaunching Aston Villa
And things have advanced rather well. The Villans, who also targeted João Félix (Chelsea), accelerated to afford the services of Marco Asensio. They agreed with the Spanish international as well as with Paris Saint-Germain, who agreed to send his player to England in the form of a loan without option to buy in this Deadline Day. For its part, the English club will cover 100% of the Spanish salary. The news has been announced today. “Aston Villa is delighted to announce the loan of the triple winner of the Marco Asensio Champions League from Paris Saint-Germain”indicates the club on his account X.
A new exciting challenge for the former Real Madrid player. He will try to bring his experience of the very high level, he who wants to regain confidence and playing time regularly. What Emery intends to offer him, as well as to Marcus Rashford. After the Liga and Ligue 1, the native of Palma de Mallorca will therefore go to conquer the Premier League.
