Aston Villa Initiates Contract Discussions with Essential £150k-per-week Midfielder

According to recent reports, Aston Villa has opened contract negotiations with midfielder Boubacar Kamara, who is considered a vital part of manager Unai Emery’s plans. The French player, currently earning £150,000 per week, is expected to commit to a long-term deal with the club.

Kamara joined Villa on a free transfer in 2023 and has quickly become an integral part of the team. Despite missing the start of the current season due to an ACL injury, he has featured in 17 Premier League games, starting 13 of them. His importance is further highlighted by his participation in six out of eight Champions League matches he’s been available for.

While focused on retaining key players, Aston Villa is also looking to strengthen their squad. The club is reportedly interested in Chelsea’s Noni Madueke as a potential replacement for Leon Bailey, who is likely to depart Villa Park this summer. However, Villa faces competition from other Premier League clubs and AC Milan for Madueke’s signature.

As Aston Villa continues to build for the future, securing Kamara’s services long-term and potentially adding Madueke to their ranks could significantly bolster their squad for upcoming seasons.