Aston Villa have sealed a loan deal for Marco Asensio from Paris Saint-Germain, adding a touch of Champions League pedigree to their attacking ranks. The Premier League side will cover the full salary of the Spain international, who arrives at Villa Park as Unai Emery’s latest statement signing.
Emery has long admired Asensio, having previously attempted to bring him in during past transfer windows. With Villa pushing for a strong finish in both domestic and European competitions, the 29-year-old’s arrival comes at a crucial time. Asensio joins January recruit Donyell Malen as the club continues to strengthen following Emiliano Buendía’s loan move to Bayer Leverkusen and Jhon Durán’s sale to Al Nassr.
The former Real Madrid playmaker, who won three La Liga titles and three Champions League trophies during his time in Spain, struggled for consistent game time at PSG. This season, he has managed just two goals in 16 appearances. However, his technical ability, experience, and eye for goal could make him a vital asset for Villa as they fight on multiple fronts.
Asensio could make his debut in the FA Cup clash against Tottenham Hotspur next Sunday or in the Premier League against Ipswich Town the following weekend. With Villa also in talks to sign Marcus Rashford on loan, Emery is making moves to ensure his side stays competitive in the season’s decisive months.
