Aston Villa's New Era After Summer Overhaul
Aston Villa lost over half of their Europa League final XI this summer, but excitement reigns as a younger squad, led by Unai Emery, targets another strong season.
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Davies: Blues signed right players in transfer window
Chris Davies says Birmingham City signed the 'right players' after a seven-recruit transfer window, with Liam Millar the final deadline-day addition and Marvin Ducksch now set to stay.
Blues transfer window: All the ins and outs this summer
Birmingham City completed their summer transfer business with seven new signings, including Jhon Solis for £6m, while several under-performers left. The jury remains out on whether Chris Davies' squad is stronger.
Villa complete deadline day double with £77m signings
Aston Villa signed Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Ibrahim Mbaye on deadline day for £77m, adding to a summer of major squad changes.
Priske earns Blues point in 1-1 draw with Southampton
August Priske's first Championship goal of the season cancelled out Keven Schlotterbeck's header as Birmingham City drew 1-1 with Southampton at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park.
Harwood-Bellis: Emery can help me thrive at Villa
Taylor Harwood-Bellis says he has 'so much to improve' but believes Unai Emery's coaching will help him thrive at Aston Villa after his £30m move from Southampton.
Birmingham City terminate Jack Robinson contract
Birmingham City have terminated Jack Robinson's contract by mutual consent after one year. The defender, now 33, managed 16 games with two red cards, an own goal, and a penalty conceded.
Blues cancel Fuseini deal, sign Millar on loan
Birmingham City have pulled out of a deal for Ghana international Mohammed Fuseini, despite the 24-year-old travelling to England. Instead, they have agreed a loan move for Canada's Liam Millar from Hull City on deadline day.
Zion Suzuki Joins Aston Villa After Snubbing Man United
New Aston Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki made his debut against Arsenal, three years after rejecting Manchester United. The 24-year-old Japan international joined in a £30m deal after stints in Belgium and Italy.
Birmingham City must trim squad before deadline
Birmingham City must reduce their 27-man senior squad to 25 by September 2, with the transfer window closing at 11pm tonight. Key players could be offloaded.
Villa sign Harwood-Bellis for £25m plus add-ons
Aston Villa completed the £25m signing of Taylor Harwood-Bellis, with £5m in add-ons, as replacement for Ezri Konsa, who joined Arsenal for £55m.
Goretzka Misses Arsenal Defeat Due to Fitness
Leon Goretzka was absent from Aston Villa's defeat to Arsenal due to fitness, not injury. Emery expects him to be ready for Hull City on Saturday after more training sessions.
Grealish set for Everton loan return after deal agreed
Jack Grealish will rejoin Everton on a season-long loan from Manchester City, ending Aston Villa transfer hopes. A medical is set for Tuesday morning.
Villa set to confirm Harwood-Bellis and Mbaye signings
Aston Villa will confirm Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Ibrahim Mbaye as their ninth and tenth summer signings today, with the transfer window closing at 11pm. Unai Emery expects no further incomings.
Blues transfer deadline day: Fuseini loan and more expected
Birmingham City are set to complete a season-long loan for Mohammed Fuseini, their seventh summer signing, with another forward still on the radar before the 11pm deadline.
Abraham stays at Villa despite Ipswich deadline loan interest
Unai Emery confirms Tammy Abraham will stay at Aston Villa after deadline day, rejecting Ipswich Town loan interest. The 28-year-old striker joined in January for £18m.
Aston Villa ratings: 7s and 6s after Arsenal defeat
Aston Villa lost 1-0 to Arsenal at Villa Park, with Bukayo Saka's second-half goal decisive. Player ratings see Cash, Lindelof, Buendia, and Wan-Bissaka earn 7s.
Fuseini: Blues' Pace Wildcard Signing?
Birmingham City target Mohammed Fuseini, clocked at 37.58 km/h, could add crucial pace to Chris Davies' squad. Belgian expert Claudio Reulens believes he will adapt fast to the Championship.
Exeter City expect Watkins transfer solidarity payment
Exeter City have confirmed they expect a solidarity payment after Ollie Watkins' £51m move from Aston Villa to Al-Hilal, citing FIFA's mechanism for training clubs.
Watkins thanks Villa fans after £50m Al Hilal move
Ollie Watkins has joined Al Hilal on a three-year deal for £50m, ending his six-year Aston Villa spell as the club's Premier League record scorer with 91 goals.
Emery: Chelsea Want to 'Kill' Villa, No Relationship
Unai Emery says there is no relationship between Aston Villa and Chelsea, claiming the Blues want to 'kill' his team after signing Emi Martinez and Morgan Rogers.
Watkins exits Villa for Al-Hilal in £50m move
Ollie Watkins has joined Al-Hilal from Aston Villa for £50m, ending a six-season spell with 105 goals in 276 games. Nicolas Jackson arrives from Chelsea for £65m.
Villa to offer Maatsen new deal amid Man Utd interest
Aston Villa are set to offer Ian Maatsen a new contract after Manchester United enquired about the left-back, who is under contract until 2030.
Hampshire D40 Quest win national title as disability cricket grows
Hampshire's D40 Quest side won the national final with a 117-run victory over Lancashire, while a record number of players benefit from weekly disability cricket coaching.
Aston Villa Champions League 2026/27 fixtures confirmed
Aston Villa's 2026/27 Champions League league phase fixtures are confirmed: they open at Club Brugge on Sept 8, host Fenerbahçe, and face Barcelona, PSG, and Dortmund.
Birmingham City at critical point under Knighthead - they have to get it right
Birmingham City's 2-1 win at Wrexham, sealed by Phil Neumann's brace, sets up a crucial week as the transfer window closes and home form needs to improve.
Davies hails set piece 'weapon' after Blues beat Wrexham
Birmingham City beat Wrexham 2-1 at the Racecourse Ground with two Phil Neumann headers. Chris Davies says set pieces are a 'really good weapon' after five of six league goals came from dead balls.
Emery hopes Bailey exits Villa before deadline
Unai Emery expects Leon Bailey to leave Aston Villa before Tuesday's 11pm transfer deadline, with Ajax among clubs interested in the winger.
Neumann double secures Birmingham City's first Championship win
Phil Neumann's two headers gave Birmingham City a 2-1 victory over Wrexham at the Racecourse Ground, securing their first league win and first away success since February.
Villa sign Jackson as Watkins heads to Al-Hilal
Aston Villa have completed the £47.5m signing of Nicolas Jackson, who replaces Ollie Watkins after the striker's £50m move to Al-Hilal. Jackson reunites with Unai Emery.
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