Fans and analysts alike are buzzing with excitement after Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a 1-0 victory over rivals Aston Villa. However, the match was not without controversy as Real Madrid had a goal disallowed in their La Liga clash against Espanyol. Meanwhile, Ireland's dominant performance in their Six Nations match against England has left many wondering if they will be able to defend their title. And in other news, Bob Marley's humble beginnings before becoming the iconic reggae artist continue to fascinate and inspire fans worldwide.
Aston Villa are on the brink of securing a loan deal for Man Utd's Marcus Rashford, as they aim to strengthen their attacking lineup. The deal comes after Jhon Duran's move to Al Nassr, with discussions also underway for a permanent transfer in the summer. Villa will cover a significant portion of Rashford's wages during his time at the club, while also showing interest in other targets such as Paris Saint-Germain's Marcos Asensio and Chelsea's Joao Felix.
It was a thrilling day in the Premier League as Mohamed Salah scored a crucial penalty to secure a win for league leaders Liverpool against Bournemouth, while Abdoulaye Doucoure scored just 10 seconds into the game to give Everton the edge over Leicester. Ipswich and Southampton were also evenly matched with Liam Delap and Joe Aribo scoring for their respective teams. The excitement continues with Wolves facing off against Aston Villa, while Nottingham Forest dominated Brighton with a hat-trick from Chris Wood. Stay updated with all the action via #bbcfootball and get involved in the conversation!
Aston Villa is on the verge of signing Manchester United's Marcus Rashford on a loan deal. The move comes after Jhon Duran's transfer to Al Nassr, freeing up space and funds for Villa to make a move. Along with Rashford, Villa is also interested in Paris Saint-Germain's Marcos Asensio and Chelsea's Joao Felix, according to Villa's president of football operations Monchi. Talks are ongoing for the loan to potentially include an option to buy at the end of the season.
Emiliano Buendia has officially left Aston Villa on loan until the end of the season, with an option to buy, and extended his contract. The midfielder's departure has sparked reactions, with Gabby Agbonlahor criticizing the move. However, Buendia is excited for the new challenge at Leverkusen, and former Villa player Martinez and teammate Cash wished him the best. Meanwhile, Villa fans are buzzing with rumors of Joao Felix potentially joining the team, adding even more excitement to their already active transfer market.
Premier League club Arsenal has set its sights on signing Aston Villa's star striker Ollie Watkins. However, this may prove to be a difficult task as Villa has rejected Arsenal's initial bid. Despite this, Arsenal is expected to make a better offer in hopes of securing Watkins for their team. Meanwhile, there are reports that Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr has reached a deal with Villa for another top striker, Jhon Duran. Villa, on the other hand, is determined to keep Watkins on their team and Arsenal's manager, Unai Emery, warned that it won't be an easy negotiation process.
Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso confirms that Nigerian striker Victor Boniface will not be leaving the club for a possible transfer to Saudi Arabia, after being left out of the squad in preparation for their Champions League match against Sparta Prague. It was previously reported that Boniface was in talks with an unnamed club, but those talks have now fallen through, potentially opening the door for a move to Saudi Arabia for Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran.
Colombian forward Jhon Duran has been in high demand this transfer window, with several Premier League clubs vying for his signature. However, Aston Villa has finally given in to Duran's wish to leave, with the 21-year-old agreeing to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. Despite Villa's initial reluctance, a big enough offer seems to have convinced them to part ways with the highly sought-after striker.
Manchester City have their eyes on Aston Villa's former player Douglas Luiz, as they explore options for a new No. 6 midfielder. Luiz only joined Juventus from Aston Villa last summer, but has only made 16 appearances for the Italian club this season. City's interest in the Brazilian could intensify if Juventus agree to a straight six-month loan deal with no clauses for a permanent transfer, as City are considering making additions to their midfield. Luiz is eager to return to the Premier League, and City could make a move for him if the deal is right.
Referee Dermot Gallagher sheds light on Arsenal's controversial disallowed goal against Aston Villa, which cost them points in the Premier League title race. Despite leading 2-0, the Gunners were denied a late winning goal due to a handball off of Kai Havertz, deemed accidental but still ruled as handball according to the law. Gallagher explains the decision on Sky Sports News' Ref Watch.