Zagnolo is close to joining Aston Villa

"Aston Villa are working on the transfer of Galatasaray midfielder Nicolo Zagnolo.

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According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla, the 24-year-old will join the Birmingham club on loan until the end of the 2023/24 season. Upon completion of the loan deal, the Villans will be able to buy the Italian's contract for €20 million, with another €7 million provided as bonuses.

Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery personally insists on Zagnolo's transfer.

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