Aston Villa secures loan deal for Marcus Rashford from Manchester United
- Aston Villa's manager, Unai Emery, is urgently seeking new signings due to injuries and recent poor performances.
- The club is nearing the completion of a loan deal for Manchester United's Marcus Rashford, who is undergoing medical checks.
- Villa aims to secure two or three players before the transfer deadline to improve their squad depth.
In England, Aston Villa is making significant strides in the transfer market ahead of the impending deadline. Manager Unai Emery has expressed the urgent need for reinforcements following a recent defeat to Wolverhampton, where his team struggled on the pitch due to injuries and player departures. The injury of Ollie Watkins, a key striker, has further complicated Villa's situation, as he is their only recognized striker available after Jhon Duran’s transfer to Al Nassr. The club is attempting to finalize deals for two or three new players, particularly focusing on strengthening their attacking options. Among the potential signings, Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is undergoing a medical ahead of a loan move to Villa, which could include a permanent transfer option worth around £40 million. This move comes after Rashford revealed his desire for a new challenge after being sidelined at United. Alongside Rashford, Marco Asensio is also set to join Aston Villa on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The club, however, faces challenges in acquiring other targets, like Chelsea's Joao Felix and Axel Disasi due to financial constraints. Nevertheless, Aston Villa is demonstrably committed to enhancing their squad and preparing for a more competitive second half of the season.