Aston Villa UD are interested in bringing Almeria's Dion Lopi to Villa Park.
After finishing fourth this season and winning the Europa League, the Villans qualified for the Champions League.
Aston Villa look to further improve Unai Emery's squad and are also eyeing the Spanish market this summer.
The Premier League team's interest in a defensive midfielder is not new. In 2023, Sport Witness broadcast news Effort from Emery, but he left Stade Reims for Spanish club.
Last summer, we Covered claims from Spain Everton interested but did not secure a deal.
Aston Villa has already advanced
Senegal international is back on Aston Villa's radar voice of almeria Cover the latest.
His development at the Segunda División side did not go unnoticed. Aston Villa see the 24-year-old as a player for both the present and the future.
Unai Emery spent two years at UD Almería between 2006 and 2008 and in his final season he had Felipe Melo at his side. Manager Dion sees Lopi as the new Felipe Melo and is keen to acquire his services.
Aston Villa have submitted an initial offer of €17m. This is less than his team's expectation of €20m.
At the same time, for the Spanish club from the second division, the interest of the Premier League side is attractive.
After missing out on promotion this season, Almería is looking to return to the top flight next year. The midfielder will have a key role to play while his summer sale could improve their finances.
Lopi could also be tempted to join Aston Villa, who could offer the Premier League and Champions League next season. In short, there is 'European temptation amid the battle for promotion'.
If Aston Villa increases their offer slightly to €3m, it may be difficult for Almería and Lopi to turn down.
Contract, price and agent information
The midfielder's contract is until 2029 and is worth €4m transfer market. The highest value was €10m in June 2024 after his first season at UD Almería.
British agency CAA represents star Dion Lopi and their client list also includes Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa. The Senegalese played 1,991 minutes in 28 matches this season.
