Aston Villa is reportedly exploring the possibility of signing a promising South American talent valued at £15 million, who is eager to leave his current club. The Villans are enjoying a successful run in both the Premier League and the Champions League, and, consistent with their approach in previous transfer windows, they are preparing to be active in the upcoming 2025 transfer window.
Although the January transfer window is still a few months away, Aston Villa is already laying the groundwork for new signings. Recent reports indicate that Monchi, the club’s sporting director, has dispatched scouts to monitor defender Nathan Zeze, a rising star from Nantes. The young player has garnered attention from various clubs across Europe, including Liverpool and Chelsea, but Villa appears poised to make a move for him in 2025.
In addition to Zeze, Villa is also targeting Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz and plans to pursue him in the January window. Furthermore, the club has expressed interest in Villarreal winger Alex Baena. Under the guidance of Monchi and manager Unai Emery, the Villa recruitment team is evaluating a range of potential signings, aligning with the club’s ambition to compete at the highest level.
One particularly intriguing target is Boca Juniors’ Kevin Zenon, a 23-year-old winger who has caught the eye of several clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United. According to journalist Jonathan Riniti, Villa is reportedly in a strong position to sign Zenon, who has been on their radar since before the recent Olympic Games. Riniti notes that Villa is contemplating making an official offer to secure Zenon’s services and integrate him into the squad alongside fellow countryman Emiliano Martínez.
Zenon, who rose through the ranks at CA Unión before moving to Boca Juniors earlier this year, has continued to impress with his performances. Despite Boca Juniors initially indicating that the player was not looking to leave, it has become clear that Zenon is considering a move. The Argentine club recently turned down an offer of $18 million from a German side, signaling that they are looking for a fee of at least $20 million (£15 million) for the talented winger. Boca Juniors president Juan Roman Riquelme is reportedly intent on securing a strong deal, which adds an element of challenge for any interested parties, including Aston Villa.
As the January transfer window approaches, Villa is strategically positioning itself to bolster its squad, aiming to build on its current success and continue its ascent in both domestic and European competitions.