Mateu Alemany set to join Aston Villa as Technical Director
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Aston Villa are set to make a major coup this summer as Barcelona Sporting Director Mateu Alemany is expected to join the Premier League club. The Spaniard is set to take a new role at Villa Park, where he will work closely with Unai Emery in the transfer window.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has praised Alemany ahead of his expected move to Aston Villa, praising him for his “professionalism and honesty”. Laporta also confirmed that former Barcelona midfielder Deco is the frontrunner to succeed Alemany at the Nou Camp.
It is believed that Alemany is already working on transfers ahead of the summer window, where Villa are expected to flex their financial muscle and back Emery with funds. Reports suggest that discussions between Deco and Barcelona are ‘progressing well’, with the former midfielder said to be ‘tempted’ by the opportunity.
The arrival of Alemany at Villa Park is a huge boost for the club, as they look to build a team that can challenge in the top portion of the Premier League. His experience and knowledge of the transfer market will be invaluable to Unai Emery as he looks to build a team capable of challenging for European football.
Alemany’s appointment is a sign of Villa’s ambition and signals their intent to become a top club in the Premier League. With the Spaniard’s knowledge and experience, coupled with Emery’s tactical nous, Villa could be set for an exciting season.
It remains to be seen just how big of a coup Alemany’s appointment is for Villa, but it is certainly an exciting development for the club and their supporters. With the Spaniard set to arrive in the summer, Villa fans can look forward to a season of potential and excitement.
