Aston Villa agree deal for West Ham's Wan-Bissaka

What the report says

Aston Villa have agreed a deal to sign West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka, according to the reporting sourced from BBC Sport and republished by Nile Post. The DR Congo international right-back is set to move on an initial loan, with the agreement including an obligation for Villa to buy him at the end of the season.

Wan-Bissaka has been allowed to travel for a medical in the Midlands, although the exact financial terms were not disclosed. The article notes that West Ham had previously been seeking a fee of £25m from interested clubs. The 28-year-old has missed West Ham’s first two matches of the season while talks were ongoing.

The move comes during a busy transfer period for both clubs. West Ham have already made significant sales this summer, while Villa have also been active in the market despite a relatively low net spend after outgoing transfers are considered. Villa’s squad building matters because the club are preparing for both the Premier League and Champions League after finishing fourth last season.

For context, Wan-Bissaka previously played for Manchester United and Crystal Palace. His arrival would add further defensive depth to Unai Emery’s side as they open their league campaign at Brighton.