They want to get one through them Premier League rivals off the field, Aston Villa now they are reportedly plotting a deal to poach the key attacking addition this month.
Aston Villa transfer news
The Villans have already been busy this January, signing Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund and reportedly closing in on Levante’s young right-back Andres Garcia. Instant relief Unai EmeryConcerned in their own areas, those at Villa Park could still welcome more fresh faces as they look to push the Spaniard’s side back towards Champions League qualification.
Of course, what would undoubtedly help that push is their recent 2-2 draw against Arsenal in which Emery’s side came from two goals down to salvage a dramatic point.
Now, having dealt the Gunners a blow on the ground in north London, the Midlands are reportedly looking to leave Chelsea just as frustrated away from the action in west London.
Connected
According to CaughtOffside, Aston Villa are now plotting a deal to thwart Chelsea’s move to sign Yeremay Hernandez this month. The Deportivo La Coruna winger reportedly has a buy-out clause of just €20m (£17m) which the Blues have yet to meet, leaving the door open for Villa to make a move.
Still only 22, Hernandez would likely find himself on the fringes of Emery’s best side, especially following the arrival of Malen, but that doesn’t mean he won’t have a place in the years to come as they continue to step things up at Villa Park.
“Great” Hernandez is one to watch
While Malen’s arrival means Hernandez may not be a priority for Aston Villa this month, the Deportivo winger remains under observation. Even having already increased their options, the last thing the Villans will want is to let such talent fall into the hands of top-four rivals Chelsea.
The analyst praised him for his “excellent vision”. Ben MattinsonHernandez seems destined to thrive regardless of his next destination.
His arrival would create question marks over Leon Bailey’s place at Aston Villa. The former Bundesliga star has struggled to replicate his impressive form from last season in the current campaign, and they could have both Malen and Hernandez in his starting role.
With their sights set on a top-four finish, Aston Villa could wrap up the January transfer window in impressive fashion by beating Chelsea to sign Hernandez.
