Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a significant bid for PSG striker Gonçalo Ramos, as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his offensive options for the 2026/27 campaign.
Since his high-profile move from Benfica to Paris Saint-Germain, the Portuguese international has struggled to find consistency under Luis Enrique. Often relegated to the bench, the 24-year-old is now considered “expendable” by the French champions, who are looking to recoup a large portion of their initial investment.
A Market Opportunity for Emery
According to renowned journalist Duncan Castles, Aston Villa have identified Ramos as a priority target. The club’s management believes that the striker’s physicality and finishing ability are perfectly suited for the intensity of the Premier League.
Manager Unai Emery has reportedly given the green light for the pursuit, viewing Ramos as the ideal partner—or competition—for Ollie Watkins. Villa see this as a strategic “market opportunity” to sign a top-tier talent whose value may have dipped slightly due to lack of minutes in Paris.
Summer Move More Likely Than January
While Villa are eager to secure his signature, a deal in the final days of the January window remains unlikely. Instead, the Midlands club is layng the groundwork for a massive summer transfer.
PSG are expected to demand a fee in excess of €60 million (£50m) to sanction a permanent exit. However, Villa’s board has signaled they are willing to make a “multi-million pound” investment to ensure Emery has the squad depth required to compete at the highest level, especially with Champions League aspirations on the horizon.
The Portuguese Connection
Gonçalo Ramos would be joining a growing list of Portuguese stars making waves in England. If the deal goes through, it would represent another major statement of intent from Aston Villa, who continue to challenge the traditional “Big Six” for domestic and European supremacy.
James Horan is a football writer focused on the Premier League transfer market, covering confirmed signings, transfer rumors, and club strategies during the transfer windows.
