Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey has emerged as a potential transfer target for newly promoted Premier League side Hull City, according to reports. The Jamaican international could be the next player to leave Villa Park following Youri Tielemans' departure and the impending £117m sale of Morgan Rogers to Chelsea.
Bailey's limited role under Unai Emery
The 28-year-old winger spent the first half of the season on loan at AS Roma, making only seven league appearances before returning to Villa to bolster squad numbers. Used primarily as a substitute, Bailey has struggled to secure a consistent starting place in Unai Emery's plans. The Athletic reports that Hull City, Turkish side Trabzonspor, and Spanish club Celta Vigo have all expressed interest in signing Bailey.
With Villa looking to streamline their squad, a move for Bailey would make sense for both the club and the player. The Jamaican international appears to be some distance from being a regular starter, and a transfer could provide him with more game time elsewhere.
Villa eye Summerville as Rogers replacement
Meanwhile, Aston Villa may need to act quickly if they wish to sign West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville. The left-winger is attracting interest from several clubs, including Manchester United, but AS Roma have reportedly lodged a £39m bid with the Hammers. According to reports in Italy, Roma are closing in on a deal, but West Ham are holding out for a fee closer to £50m.
Villa have been tipped to join the race for Summerville following the news that Morgan Rogers is set to join Chelsea for £117m, with a medical scheduled for Monday. The Athletic has mentioned Summerville as a player Villa are interested in, along with Paris Saint-Germain's Ibrahim Mbaye.
Villa's recent transfer activity
Villa have already secured the arrivals of Switzerland World Cup star Johan Manzambi, with an announcement imminent for the capture of Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes. The club is moving swiftly to reinforce the squad ahead of the new season.
