Villa's need for a new defender has increased after Tyrone Mings suffered a knee injury in the 1-1 draw with West Ham on Saturday night. Emery opted to bring Ian Maatsen on to replace Mings and shuffle Lucas Digne across to left centre-back instead.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery says Villarreal defender Juan Foyth fits the bill as they search for a new centre-back.Villa are looking to add to their squad before the end of the January transfer window as they are low on numbers following Diego Carlos’ move to Fenerbahce and Pau Torres’ injury.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery publicly expressed desire to sign Villarreal’s Juan Foyth in the winter market. Earlier today, we covered claims from Spain that the defender’s decision will be key for a potential transfer.

Aston Villa are keen on defender Juan Foyth, who has previously worked with Unai Emery at Villarreal, before the transfer deadline

Aston Villa Manager Unai Emery spoke to the media ahead of the UEFA Champions League clash between Villa and Celtic. Full Press Conference Courtesy of UEFA.