2 sources state Aston Villa to beat Leeds United to signing – Could finalise deal in ‘coming hours’

Aston Villa and Leeds United are both monitoring the situation of experienced goalkeeper Marco Bizot, with growing speculation surrounding his potential move away from Ligue 1 side Stade Brestois. Multiple reports from France, including Foot Mercato and L’Équipe, have revealed that both English clubs are keen on securing the services of the Netherlands international during the ongoing summer transfer window.

 

Bizot, 34, has been a mainstay between the posts for Stade Brestois since his arrival in 2021. Known for his consistency and leadership at the back, the Dutch shot-stopper has firmly established himself as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper over the past three seasons. However, with just one year remaining on his current contract, his time in France now appears to be drawing to a close.

 

According to Foot Mercato, while both Aston Villa and Leeds United have expressed a strong interest in the veteran keeper, it is Unai Emery’s side who are currently leading the race. The report suggests that Aston Villa are in an advanced position to sign Bizot and are optimistic about completing the deal ahead of Leeds and other interested parties. It’s believed that Villa are pushing hard to bring in an experienced backup or potential challenger to current number one Emiliano Martínez, though it remains unclear whether Bizot is being lined up as a direct replacement for the Argentine or simply as competition within the squad.

 

Meanwhile, L’Équipe corroborates the claims, adding that negotiations between Aston Villa and Stade Brestois are progressing quickly and that a deal could be finalized in the “coming hours.” The French outlet also highlights that the Premier League club is significantly ahead of Leeds United in the race for Bizot’s signature.

 

Despite the growing interest and apparent progress being made by Villa, neither report has disclosed the financial details of the proposed transfer. The specific transfer fee being discussed or the price tag placed on Bizot by Stade Brestois remains unknown for now.

 

As the transfer window heats up, Aston Villa seem intent on reinforcing their goalkeeping options, and Marco Bizot’s experience, availability, and proven quality make him a strong candidate. Should the deal go through as expected, it would mark a notable move for both club and player, with Bizot set to take on a new challenge in the English top flight.