Amadou Onana has officially joined Aston Villa from Everton in a significant £50 million transfer. The Belgium midfielder signed a five-year contract with Villa, marking a major step in his Premier League career.
Villa’s New Signing
Villa sought a replacement for Douglas Luiz, who recently transferred to Juventus, and found it in Onana. Despite his initial struggles at Everton after joining from Lille two years ago, Onana earned another opportunity in the Premier League under Unai Emery’s management thanks to his performance at Euro 2024.
Onana’s Career Highlights
“Aston Villa is delighted to announce the signing of Amadou Onana from Everton,” the club stated on their website. The 22-year-old has been capped 17 times by Belgium and made 72 appearances for Everton, scoring four goals. Onana is set to bring his talent and experience to Villa as they prepare for their first Champions League campaign since 1983, following a remarkable fourth-place finish in the Premier League last season.
Emery’s Busy Transfer Window
Unai Emery, Villa’s head coach, has been particularly active this summer. Alongside Amadou Onana, Villa secured several notable signings, including Ross Barkley from Luton, Juventus duo Samuel Iling-Junior and Enzo Barrenechea, Cameron Archer from Sheffield United, Ian Maatsen from Chelsea, former Hull winger Jaden Philogene, and Lewis Dobbin from Everton.
Balancing the Books
Both Aston Villa and Everton have been making strategic adjustments to their squads to comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability regulations. Adding Amadou Onana is seen as a crucial move for Villa. They aim to strengthen their midfield and continue their successful trajectory in both domestic and European competitions.
