Aston Villa's impressive Premier League campaign has shifted focus to the club's long-term planning, with several key players approaching pivotal points in their contracts at Villa Park.
Immediate Decisions Loom for 2026 & 2027
The most pressing situation involves midfielder Ross Barkley, whose current agreement is set to conclude in June 2026. The club holds a 12-month extension option, leaving a significant decision to make on his future. Meanwhile, Villa are reportedly preparing to initiate discussions with Youri Tielemans over a new deal. The Belgian playmaker's contract runs until 2027, but the hierarchy are keen to secure his services for a longer period.
Attacker Emi Buendia, who has revitalised his Villa career since returning from Bayer Leverkusen, is also in the 2027 group. In defence, both Victor Lindelof and Tyrone Mings see their deals expire at the end of the 2026/27 season. Backup goalkeeper Marco Bizot, who started the recent 3-2 win at West Ham, signed a two-year contract last summer, placing him in this bracket too.
Core Squad Secured Until 2028 and Beyond
Villa have successfully tied down several pillars of their squad. The contracts of key figures Ezri Konsa, Ollie Watkins, and John McGinn all run until 2028, a major boost for sporting stability. Defender Pau Torres, linked with Barcelona, remains under contract for several more years, while the future of 32-year-old Lucas Digne will be assessed as his 2028 expiry approaches.
The club's planning extends further, with crucial players like Emi Martinez, Matty Cash, and Amadou Onana secured until 2029. Martinez, the number one since his 2020 arrival, attracted interest from Manchester United recently but stayed put. Looking to the next decade, Boubakar Kamara and Ian Maatsen are contracted until 2030.
Rogers the Long-Term Asset
The longest current commitment belongs to exciting talent Morgan Rogers, whose deal lasts until 2031. Signed from Middlesbrough in 2024, Rogers has become a prized asset, and it would require a substantial offer for Villa to consider a sale. Manager Unai Emery will be determined to build his future plans around the young attacker.
With Villa firmly in the Champions League chase—sitting just three points behind leaders Arsenal—managing this contract landscape is as crucial as results on the pitch. The planned talks with Tielemans signal the start of a vital period of retention and renewal for the ambitious Midlands club.
