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Manchester United's former player negotiating potential move to another Premier League team, according to latest reports

Manchester United's previous defender andSwedish national team member, Victor Lindelof, is near to signing with Aston Villa

Manchester United's former player in discussions with a fresh Premier League team, as per a recent...
Manchester United's former player in discussions with a fresh Premier League team, as per a recent report

Manchester United's former player negotiating potential move to another Premier League team, according to latest reports

Aston Villa on the Brink of Signing Victor Lindelof

Aston Villa are reportedly closing in on the signing of Victor Lindelof, as the Swedish central defender appears bound for Villa Park. According to The Athletic, talks between Lindelof and the Midlands club have accelerated in the past 24 hours, with the defender expected to sign a two-year deal.

Lindelof, who has been a free agent since leaving Manchester United this summer, made 284 appearances for the Red Devils during his eight-year stay. The defender won the League Cup and FA Cup at Old Trafford, and finished as UEFA Europa League runner-up twice.

The search results do not specify the agent representing Lindelof in his transfer to Aston Villa. However, it is clear that the defender has been a sought-after target for Villa, with Lindelof also reportedly interested by Everton and Fiorentina.

Aston Villa have struggled to add players to their squad this summer due to financial constraints related to Profitability and Sustainability regulations (PSR). However, the sale of Jacob Ramsey represented 'pure profit' for the club, as the academy graduate was sold to Newcastle United to raise funds.

In addition to Lindelof, Aston Villa have also bolstered their squad with the signings of Marco Bizot, Yasin Ozcan, and Evann Guessand. The new arrivals will provide valuable depth and competition for places as Aston Villa look to build on their impressive 11th-place finish in the Premier League last season.

Lindelof made 16 Premier League appearances for Manchester United last season, and his experience and quality are expected to be a valuable addition to the Aston Villa defence. With the defender set to sign at Villa Park, Villa fans can look forward to a new era of stability and success at the heart of their defence.

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