JPAngel

Banter signing of the century if we can pull this off. I’m so in.

Oh but I do... I joined back in 2004 but I don't often post. I just wanted to fan the flames

What's changed?

Class signing. SO good to take a key player from one of our rivals, too.

I must say, there are very few players outside of the (perceived) Big 6 that would comfortably get in to our starting 11 and I'd also wager that a couple of our starting 11 would easily breach the big sides. Emi is one of the prime candidates as I'd chose him of Lloris, De Gea, Leno and Mendy. I also don't think he's far off Ederson or Alisson - but that could just be me! Grealish is another obvious candidate as I'd only place Son and Mane ahead of him if we're making direct comparisons to players who play on the left wing.

It might be too soon to say at this point as there are certain players in that team that fit our gameplan and ethos so well that I don't think they could be replaced currently. What a nice position to be in to be stumped when trying to dream up improvements to our squad? While I'm not saying we should replace these players, there are some little improvements some of the current crop could make. Traore - Improving with every game but his defensive awareness could be a little better. This could be tricky when playing against top teams. Targett - Another player who has improved massively but he does seem a little weak very ocassionally. McGinn - Seems to have patches throughout the season where he's not quite firing on all cylinders. Mings - A little bit clumsy from time to time. While I appreciate his swagger, he does sometimes appear too relaxed. As you can tell, I'm clutching at straws a little. At 31 years old, this is my favourite ever Villa team and I just want the good times to keep on rolling!

Out of interest, what's the general view of bringing the likes of Benrahma or Sarr now we've just executed a tactical masterclass against Liverpool? It almost seems a shame to bring in a new winger and shift Grealish in to centre mid doesn't it? The thought of dropping McGinn makes me a very sad panda.

9:51am this morning.

Is anyone else really excited for the deal to just bugger off and allow us to focus on grabbing Benrahma or a defender?

This guy hasn't got a bloody clue has he?

I love that tweet. CONFIRMED* *Awaiting confirmation.

All signs are pointing to a late Leverkusen announcement. I'm a little disappointed but in all honesty, if he really wanted to play for us, it would've happened. Sod him.

Thought it was close?

Please don't do this to me.

Surely this isn't going to happen now? Didn't Preece say that Smith denied the link? That being said, I've yet to see that actual quote anywhere... It's the hope that kills you isn't it?

This has aged very VERY well.

Our Twitter admin waiting to announce this signing tomorrow.

OPEN. THE. THREAD. Let’s go!

So one day his father is quoted saying that no one has made any approaches for him and that he’s staying at Villa. He also said that he would only want his son to move to one of the big leagues. Two days later he signs for Fenerbahce in Turkey. Only in football!

Thanks for the feedback to those who are watching. Absolutely loving reading these comments. Music to my ears!

I think this would be a great signing. Hopefully there would be an option to buy because I think he’d tear it up!

Unless his old man is full of bluster, it doesn't look like he's off anywhere soon. Link here.