Overview
- Multiple outlets reported on Wednesday that Aston Villa have held exploratory talks with West Ham over Aaron Wan-Bissaka and are now described as leading the race for his signature.
- West Ham value Wan-Bissaka at roughly £25 million and are open to a sale after relegation, while the player is reported to want a move to remain in the Premier League.
- Unai Emery has prioritised right-back reinforcements to provide competition for Matty Cash and Villa have placed Wan-Bissaka high on their shortlist as a ready-made option.
- Arsenal were linked with Wan-Bissaka earlier in the window but have shifted focus to other areas and have not shown willingness to meet West Ham’s reported asking price.
- Wan-Bissaka brings Premier League experience from Manchester United and recent World Cup starts for DR Congo, and his long contract to 2031 gives West Ham negotiating leverage that could shape talks.