Aston Villa have completed a deal to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea after beating competition from AS Roma, who made a late attempt to persuade the Argentina international to move to Serie A.
Roma turned their attention to Garnacho after failing in their pursuit of Crysencio Summerville, but the winger opted for Villa Park following positive talks with Unai Emery.
The move has now been agreed as a loan with a conditional obligation to buy, with Chelsea satisfied the overall package meets their valuation.
Roma made late Garnacho approach
Roma explored the possibility of signing Garnacho after accepting they would be unable to land Summerville.
The Italian club attempted to convince the 22-year-old to move to Serie A, but the Argentina international instead chose Aston Villa.
Discussions with Unai Emery are understood to have played a decisive role in Garnacho's decision.
Aston Villa agree Chelsea deal
Villa have agreed a deal with Chelsea that will see Garnacho arrive initially on loan.
The agreement includes a conditional obligation to buy, with the conditions understood to be easily achievable.
The overall package, including the loan fee, meets Chelsea's valuation of around £42.6 million.
Garnacho joined Chelsea from Manchester United for £40 million last summer but is now set for another move after just one season at Stamford Bridge.
UEFA regulations shape transfer
The structure of the deal has been influenced by UEFA's financial sustainability regulations.
Chelsea and Aston Villa recently completed the British-record £117 million transfer of Morgan Rogers to Stamford Bridge.
A straightforward permanent move for Garnacho could have been treated as part of the same player exchange transaction under UEFA rules, reducing the accounting benefit Villa receive from Rogers' sale.
The initial loan agreement helps both clubs navigate those regulations, although Chelsea must ensure the obligation to buy is not viewed as an automatic transfer from the outset.
Emery adds another attacking option
Villa identified a new winger as one of their priorities following several departures this summer, with Emery a long-time admirer of Garnacho.
The Argentine struggled for regular minutes at Chelsea last season but remains one of the Premier League's most highly rated young attackers.
His pace, direct running and ability to stretch defences are expected to add a different dimension to Villa's attack ahead of the new campaign.
Key Points
- Aston Villa have beaten Roma to the signing of Alejandro Garnacho.
- Roma turned to Garnacho after missing out on Crysencio Summerville.
- Unai Emery's talks helped convince the winger to choose Villa Park.
- The deal is a loan with a conditional obligation to buy.
- UEFA financial regulations influenced the structure of the transfer.
What's Next?
Alejandro Garnacho is expected to complete the formalities of his move to Aston Villa before joining Unai Emery's squad for pre-season preparations. Villa will also continue strengthening their squad as they prepare for another campaign competing on multiple fronts.
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