At Emery's personal request! Aston Villa target Chelsea midfielder

English club Aston Villa have officially confirmed their serious interest in Chelsea defensive midfielder Romeo Lavia, the 22-year-old Belgian.

Details: According to Fussball News, Aston Villa manager Unai Emery personally initiated the potential move. The Spanish coach greatly admires the Belgian midfielder’s tenacity, composure on the ball under pressure and tactical maturity, and has asked the club’s hierarchy to explore the terms of a deal to strengthen the heart of the team.

Villa hope to take advantage of fierce competition for places in Chelsea’s midfield at Stamford Bridge and convince the player to seek a fresh challenge. The Birmingham club are ready to offer Lavia a key role in the starting XI and regular top-level playing time.

It is worth noting that Romeo Lavia came through the Manchester City academy and impressed at Southampton before joining Chelsea in the summer of 2023. He has also represented the Belgium national team.

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