Aston Villa are facing a new test this summer, with Saudi giants Al-Nassr now considering a move for Amadou Onana. The Belgian midfielder has emerged as one of the key names on their shortlist, according to journalist Ahmed Ragab.
The move comes just months after Al-Nassr lured Jhon Duran from Villa Park in a £64m deal — and the Saudi side are not done raiding Premier League clubs.
Onana Among Midfield Options for Jorge Jesus
New Al-Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus is pushing for a midfield revamp. And Onana is seen as a strong candidate to lead that rebuild.
“Onana is among the options Al-Nassr are considering to strengthen their midfield this summer,” reports Ahmed Ragab.
While other names are also being evaluated, the 24-year-old Belgian fits the physical and technical profile Jesus prefers.
Why Al-Nassr Want Onana
Onana impressed in his debut season under Unai Emery after joining from Everton for £50m. His:
- Strong ball-carrying
- Physical presence
- High tackle rate
- Aerial dominance
… made him a standout in Villa’s run to Champions League qualification.
Aston Villa May Face Pressure to Sell
Villa’s financial strategy this summer includes trimming the wage bill. The £42.5m sale of Douglas Luiz to Juventus last month was one sign of that.
Selling Onana, who is under contract until 2029, would provide a significant boost to the club’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) position.
However, Emery sees him as a key starter — and any exit would require a major bid.
Notable Al-Nassr Squad Stars
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo | Forward |
| Marcelo Brozović | Midfielder |
| Aymeric Laporte | Defender |
| Sadio Mané | Winger |
| Otávio | Midfielder |
| Jhon Duran | Striker (ex-Villa) |
Al-Nassr’s ambition is clear — and Onana could be their next marquee addition.
Key Insights
- Al-Nassr are targeting Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana
- Jorge Jesus sees the Belgian as ideal for his midfield
- Onana has four years left on his contract (2029)
- Villa may need to sell to ease PSR pressure
What’s Next for Aston Villa?
If Al-Nassr follow up with a formal bid, Villa will have a major decision to make. Will they hold firm, or will PSR and squad reshaping tip the balance?
Should Aston Villa cash in on Onana or build their midfield around him?
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