LEWIS STEELE: Mail Sport reported six weeks ago that Onana, 22, was strongly likely to leave this summer - and it appears that reality is edging closer as Champions League-bound Villa have agreed personal terms with the midfielder and had a bid accepted - though a deal is not done yet. Villa have held a longstanding interest in Onana. Other clubs, such as Arsenal and Manchester United, were keen but never stepped up their pursuits. The Gunners made contact over a deal in May but never followed up with an offer. Onana's move severely strengthens Everton's case for keeping highly-wanted defender Branthwaite. The Toffees have rebuffed two attempts from Manchester United to sign the 22-year-old - the latest offer was £45m - and value him between £70m to £80m....read
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England goes Ollie Watkins crazy after his dramatic Euro 2024 semi-final winner as the Aston Villa man is made the star of new advertising campaign
The England forward came off the bench to score the winning goal in the semi-final against the Netherlands with just seconds remaining, etching his name into his country's history.
Gary Neville claims Ivan Toney should replace Harry Kane BEFORE Ollie Watkins does in Euro 2024 final against Spain - despite the Aston Villa star's stunning semi-final winner
Gary Neville (inset) has claimed Ivan Toney (left) could be a better option off the bench for England in Sunday's Euro 2024 final against Spain than semi-final match-winner Ollie Watkins.
England star could 'require surgery' on long-standing injury as 'concerned club official visits player' at Euro 2024 semi-final win over the Netherlands
One of England's best performers at Euro 2024 could require surgery in the coming weeks amid fears the player is battling a long-standing injury suffered last year while playing for their club.
England fans mock John McGinn as 'cringe' footage resurfaces of the Scotland midfielder telling Ollie Watkins he wanted the Three Lions to LOSE at Euro 2024
Fans mocked John McGinn (right) after footage resurfaced of the Scotland midfielder telling his Aston Villa team-mate Ollie Watkins (left) that he wanted England to lose at Euro 2024.
England rugby stars wildly celebrate dramatic Euro 2024 victory over the Netherlands... as Steve Borthwick reveals players have been singing Gareth Southgate's song on the bus to training!
CHRIS FOY IN AUCKLAND: The match against the Netherlands kicked off at 7am New Zealand time and there were raucous scenes of celebration when Watkins scored the winner.
Harry Kane shows true colours with his comments about Ollie Watkins after being replaced by the Aston Villa star against the Netherlands... as the forward's last-minute heroics send England to the Euro 2024 final
Watkins emerged as the England's hero on Wednesday night, firing home a brilliant winner following fellow substitute Cole Palmer 's pass, after replacing Kane for the closing stages.
England fans claim Euro 2024 semi-final win over the Netherlands was 'REVENGE' for Graham Taylor - after infamous defeat forced former boss' resignation for failure to reach World Cup 94
Former England boss Taylor, who tragically passed away in 2017, enjoyed a hugely successful managerial career for the likes of Watford, Aston Villa and Lincoln City.
How Ollie Watkins' mum's rant into a mic at a pub came TRUE - after England's goal hero was brought in from cold for semi winner
Watkins admitted that he had become frustrated by his lack of game time, having only featured for 20 minutes in England's second group stage match.
LISTEN: On today's EUROS DAILY, how England are on the cusp of immortality after their best performance at Euro 2024 against the Netherlands
Despite a much-improved display on Wednesday night, it felt like the Three Lions were set to go to extra time for the third successive knockout game at the tournament.
DANNY MURPHY: After the bold and brilliant changes England made against the Netherlands, Gareth Southgate has shown he CAN end our long trophy drought
DANNY MURPHY: It was a huge decision to take off captain Harry Kane and Phil Foden, who was outstanding in the first half. But it's what the match situation required and the right thing to do.
Gary Neville and Ian Wright celebrate wildly after Ollie Watkins' last-gasp winner books England a place in the Euros final on Sunday - but Roy Keane is less than impressed with the result!
The Aston Villa striker was brought on as a late substitute by Gareth Southgate as England struggled to break their 1-1 deadlock with the Netherlands in the second-half.
When is the Euro 2024 Final? England vs Spain date, kick-off time and TV channel as Gareth Southgate leads The Three Lions to back-to-back Euro finals
After a month of eye-watering clashes, the penultimate game of Euro 2024 is here. Here is everything you need to know about England vs Spain including date, time and where to watch.
Ollie Watkins reveals he PREDICTED scoring late winner against the Netherlands to book England's spot in the Euro 2024 final - and even told Cole Palmer he'd set him up!
SAMI MOKBEL AT THE WESTFALENSTADION: Watkins emerged as the team's unlikely hero striking home a brilliant winner following fellow substitute Cole Palmer's pass.
Fans question decision in build-up to England's Euro 2024 winner against the Netherlands... as Virgil van Dijk slams referee Felix Zwayer after defeat
The Three Lions will take on Spain on Sunday after beating the Netherlands 2-1 on Wednesday night, with Ollie Watkins coming off the bench to score a last-minute winner in Dortmund.
Philippe Coutinho's new club is confirmed as former £145m star leaves Europe for another season-long loan away from Aston Villa
he former Liverpool superstar, who joined Barcelona for an astonishing £145million in 2018, has struggled to find a long-term home since leaving the Nou Camp.
Everton hopeful of fending off competition from Ipswich and Crystal Palace to sign Jaden Philogene with winger indicating he is willing to join Sean Dyche's team
SIMON JONES: Everton have an agreement in place with Philogene's club Hull City and are awaiting the go-ahead to sign the 22-year-old.
Alisha Lehmann joins Douglas Luiz at Juventus as the former Aston Villa star signs three-year deal in Italy - with football's most famous couple putting pen to paper for historic double switch
The couple have posed in a number of photos online in a very public relationship, with Lehmann (right) recently jetting out to California to support her other half at the Copa America.
Ezri Konsa is the new face in the England team who escaped gangland violence to learn the art of defending from John Terry - now, he is set to start at Euro 2024
TOM COLLOMOSSE: The Aston Villa defender is in line for a starting spot in England's Euro 2024 quarter-final - overdue reward for a player who has been in outstanding form.
Middlesbrough set to win the race for 16-year-old Swindon starlet Harley Hunt on a deal that could rise to £1.5million... after beating out Premier League competition for his signature
SIMON JONES: Premier League sides Aston Villa and Southampton have been following the 16-year old who broke into Swindon's first team last season.
Chelsea complete the signing of Aston Villa forward Omari Kellyman in deal worth £19m - as teenager pens six-year contract at Stamford Bridge
Now, the deal has been completed after Chelsea announced on Saturday morning that the 18-year-old has penned a six-year-deal, with the option of an extra year, in west London.
Aston Villa complete £37.5m signing of Ian Maatsen from Chelsea... as the Dutchman becomes Unai Emery's second summer signing
The 22-year-old left-back was part of the Borussia Dortmund team beaten by Real Madrid in last season's Champions League final during a loan move from Stamford Bridge.
Wolves make £25m bid for Celta Vigo striker Jorgen Strand Larsen... after the Norwegian forward netted 13 La Liga goals last season
SIMON JONES: Larsen scored 16 goals for club and country last season, with 13 of those coming in the league as Celta finished 14th in La Liga.
Juventus finalising £42m deal to sign Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa as the Italian giants join Chelsea in the race for £70m-rated Nottingham Forest defender Murillo
SAMI MOKBEL: Arsenal have shown a long-term interest in Luiz (left), but Juve are well advanced in their attempts to land the midfielder and could next turn their attentions to their defence.
Aston Villa 'REJECT £20m bid from Tottenham for midfielder Jacob Ramsey'... as north London side 'include forgotten star in swap-plus-cash transfer' for 23-year-old
Unai Emery 's side need to sell some of their first-team stars this month to ensure that they do not break Premier League spending rules.
Leon Bailey is suspended by Jamaica's FA after he ripped into them for 'never paying him or booking his flights', as he's pictured partying on stage while his team struggle
The Jamaican FA have suspended Leon Bailey, citing comments he made savaging the national team set-up on a podcast months ago.
Aston Villa face interest in Moussa Diaby from Al-Nassr with the Saudi Pro League side willing to listen to offers for Sadio Mane in hunt for new partner for Cristiano Ronaldo
Villa beat the Riyadh-based club to Diaby's signature a year ago when they bought him from Bayer Leverkusen for a club record £51.9million, with Diaby going onto play 54 times.
Alisha Lehmann shows her support for boyfriend Douglas Luiz as she jets off to the US for Copa America tie - but the Aston Villa man is an unused substitute in Brazil's opening game!
The loved-up couple are reportedly on the verge of a double switch from Aston Villa to Juventus , but first have international duties to deal with, though Luiz was an unused substitute in the game on Tuesday.
Barcelona 'hold talks with Hull City over the SHOCK signing of winger Jaden Philogene' as the Spanish giants look for an upgrade on former Leeds star Raphinha
The Spanish giants are looking to bolster their attack this summer and were keen on adding the electric Athletic Bilboa star Nico Williams to their ranks.
How Italy's Euro saviour was part of a love triangle that threatened to split the team: Mattia Zaccagni married influencer ex-girlfriend of his team-mate, who jokes their baby is his but has now been axed
His very presence in the Azzurri squad had the potential to drive the team apart due to a 'love triangle' between him, fellow Italy star Nicolo Zaniolo, and his influencer wife.
Premier League will review EVERY transfer this summer after spate of 'swap deals' between top-flight clubs... which are designed to aid both parties' balance sheets
LEWIS STEELE: Several 'swap deals' have occurred between top-flight clubs, including academy products being traded in transactions which are designed to aid both parties.
Rival fans accuse Chelsea of 'player laundering' after agreeing Omari Kellyman and Ian Maatsen deals with Aston Villa... as deadline nears to comply with financial rules
Aston Villa and Chelsea are among the clubs under pressure to meet the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules, which the deadline for clubs to file their accounts falling on Sunday.
Everton complete £9m signing of Tim Iroegbunam from Aston Villa... with the 20-year-old midfielder putting pen to paper on a three-year deal at Goodison Park
Iroegbunam has represented England at multiple youth levels and was part of Ian Foster's U19 side that won the European Championships in 2022.
Chelsea agree a £19m deal to sign Omari Kellyman from Aston Villa... as Unai Emery's side close in on completing a deal to sign Blues defender Ian Maatsen
Kellyman, 18, is due to have a medical on Monday ahead of signing a six year deal. The Netherlands have given permission for Chelsea's Ian Maatsen to undergo a medical ahead his move to Aston Villa.
Aston Villa and Southampton lead race to sign Swindon starlet Harley Hunt... as the Robins slap a £500,000 price tag on the 16-year-old defender
SIMON JONES: Hunt is already 6ft 3ins tall and is a ball playing centre back who can also play in midfield. He has figured in a back four and a three and looked equally comfortable.
Douglas Luiz is set to join Juventus in huge swap-plus-cash transfer that will see two players move to Aston Villa as club look to stay in line with Premier League spending rules
Aston Villa's Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz is set to join Juventus in a huge swap-plus-cash transfer that will see two youngsters at the Italian club move to the Premier League.
Everton close in on £9m deal for Aston Villa star Tim Iroegbunam... with Lewis Dobbin set to go the opposite way in a move that helps BOTH side's financial concerns
LEWIS STEELE: Mail Sport reported on Monday how the Toffees were keen to step up interest, and it has emerged that Villa are reciprocating interest and want to sign Dobbin in the coming weeks.
Aston Villa agree £37.5m fee with Chelsea to sign Ian Maatsen and are in talks to finalise a six-year contract with left-back
The 22-year-old left back, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund , will now only need to finalise personal terms to secure the transfer.
Everton are interested in signing Aston Villa youngster Tim Iroegbunam in potential £10m deal with the Toffees looking increasingly set to cash in on Amadou Onana as they demand £50m
Iroegbunam, 20, made 15 appearances for Unai Emery's side last season and is now keen to get more regular first-team football, with Everton seen as a perfect destination to do so.
A lightning-quick Luton star, Liverpool's pacey summer signing - and a surprise overall winner! The fastest Premier League players - and where YOUR club's quickest man ranks
Here, Mail Sport runs through the fastest players on each of the Premier League teams and their quickest performances - and be warned, there are quite a few shocks below.
Key fixtures around Champions League match days: Which manager has every right to moan this season?
Slot will need to make his mark felt immediately with Liverpool in Europe after their disappointing Europa League campaign last season ended in a shock quarter final defeat by Atalanta.
Premier League 2024-25 fixtures CLUB-BY-CLUB GUIDE: Find out your team's full list of matches for the upcoming season
The Premier League fixtures for the 2024-25 season have been revealed and what an opening round of fixtures it is.
Aston Villa Fixtures Premier League 2024-25: Unai Emery's side face nightmare run-in with FOUR clashes with Champions League rivals in last six games
Villa will kick-off the new campaign against West Ham at the London Stadium, and host Arsenal the following week, with clashes against Newcastle on Boxing Day, before entering the home stretch.
Premier League 2024-25 fixtures RELEASED: Man United open the new season at home, it's Chelsea vs Man City in 'Pep vs Diet Pep' - and Arne Slot goes straight in to Jurgen Klopp's nightmare game!
The schedule for the 2024-25 Premier League season has been released, with Manchester United opening the new campaign against Fulham at Old Trafford.
Premier League fixture release RECAP: Man United open new season at home, it's Chelsea vs Man City - before City get a dream run-in - and Arne Slot goes straight into Jurgen Klopp's nightmare
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When is the Premier League 2024-25 schedule released? Fixture announcement date and time, including season start date, international breaks and final day for upcoming season
The 2023-24 Premier League season has just drawn to a close, with Man City claiming their fourth consecutive title in May. Here is everything you need to know about the 2024-25 fixture release.
Alisha Lehmann and Douglas Luiz 'set for historic double transfer to Juventus' this summer... as Italian club continues negotiations for the Aston Villa power couple
Aston Villa power couple Douglas Luiz and Alisha Lehmann could be set for a historic double transfer to Juventus as the Italian side weigh up moves for both stars, according to reports.
The Premier League transfer window is officially open here is everything you need to know including the transfer deadline day date
The Premier League transfer window is officially open as fans wait with baited breath to see who may join, or leave their club.
Former Chelsea star lined up for Premier League return as West Ham, Aston Villa, Tottenham and Everton eye-up £20m transfer
Former Chelsea star is attracting interest from a number of Premier League sides ahead of a potential return to England. The forward is understood to be available for around £20million.
Now Aston Villa are ready to sue the Premier League! Owner reveals club are considering legal action over PSR rules - just 24 hours after Man City's case against top-flight began
TOM COLLOMOSSE: Villa are in advanced talks over a deal worth £16.9million cash, which would include unwanted Juve players Weston McKennie and Samuel Iling moving to Villa Park.
- Harry Kane leads the line over Alvaro Morata with Rodri the man in the middle... but how many English players make Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Co's combined Euros 2024 final XI?
- Aston Villa are on the brink of £50m deal to sign Everton's Amadou Onana in shock transfer... and the move could be bad news for Man United in their bid to land £75m-rated Jarrad Branthwaite
- Whichever system is selected, Gareth Southgate must implement one thing if England are to beat Spain at Euro 2024, writes MARTIN KEOWN
- Jurgen Klopp secures a new role at Liverpool just months after former manager was replaced by Arne Slot
- Ad Feature Lionel Messi to score in 90 minutes during Argentina's Copa America final against Colombia BOOSTED to 2/1
- Under-fire Gary Lineker claims he was 'shafted' over his jibe that England were 's***' against Denmark - as he reveals that he doesn't have Harry Kane's number after captain hit back at pundits' criticism
- Euro 2024 final LIVE: Build up and latest news as the the Three Lions have their last training session in Blankenhain ahead of Spain vs England
- ENGLAND PLAYER RATINGS: Which player looked devastating against New Zealand on the heels of his breakthrough season? And who looked short of match practice in Auckland?
- I don't like long farewells but here's why our greatest-ever bowler James Anderson needed to be rewarded with two and a bit days like this at Lord's, writes NASSER HUSSAIN
- Here we go! England step out for their final training session before meeting Spain in Sunday's Euro 2024 final... and there's NO pre-match injury worries as all of Gareth Southgate's squad take part in Blankenhain
- Which presenter just 'gets it'? Which pundit has been the addition of the tournament? And who has the better commentary team? HENRY CLARK runs the rule over BBC and ITV ahead of the Euro 2024 final
- It's the biggest decision of Gareth Southgate's life... and I'm afraid he needs to drop Harry Kane, writes GRAEME SOUNESS
- Revealed: Why Spain 'could be at risk of breaking German law' if Lamine Yamal, 17, plays beyond 90 minutes in Euro 2024 final against England
- New Zealand 24-17 England: All Blacks show their class in commanding second-half display to sink Steve Borthwick's spirited side and extend their unbeaten Eden Park run
- Inside the England rugby camp: JAMIE GEORGE reveals his day-to-day diary of how they are preparing to beat the All Blacks - including Whoop bands, sleeping in until 2pm... and playing very little rugby!
- Gareth Southgate wants to win Euro 2024 so much it 'HURTS' as the England boss admits Sunday's result against Spain will define his Three Lions career
- Spain defender Marc Cucurella names the England star he hopes 'stays on the bench' when La Roja meet Gareth Southgate's side in the Euro 2024 final
- Lamine Yamal's dad claims his son is NOT worried about taking on England in the final of Euro 2024 - as he reveals what the 17-year-old Spanish wonderkid is like off the pitch
- Marc Cucurella reveals freak virus and burglary contributed to 'a NIGHTMARE start' to his Chelsea career... as he lifts the lid on the reaction in the Blues dressing room to Mauricio Pochettino's shock exit
- 'I enjoyed myself in prison': Man United legend Patrice Evra hits back after being handed suspended 12-month sentence as he shares bizarre video showing him wearing HANDCUFFS and jail uniform
- For decades England have been stalked by fear but now there's nothing to be scared of - Gareth Southgate's gang belong with the European elite, writes IAN LADYMAN
- Man United 'interested in Brentford striker Ivan Toney' despite imminent arrival of Joshua Zirkzee... with Bees striker 'keen on' move to Old Trafford
- England's time is now and there can be no excuses about a development process after their defeat by New Zealand, writes SIR CLIVE WOODWARD
- Ad Feature Uruguay to have 10+ shots on target in 90 mins against Canada now 14/1... while Luis Suarez to score or assist in 90 minutes is boosted to 10/11 in Copa America third-place play-off
- Patrick Mahomes' wife Brittany announces she's pregnant with couple's third child
- Harrison Butker snaps back at Serena Williams after tennis star's BRUTAL dig at him to his face at the ESPYs
- Caitlin Clark handed shock Olympics lifeline with key Team USA star facing race against time to be fit
- Sadio Mane, 32, celebrates with his teenage wife after she graduates from school in Senegal... six months after ex-Liverpool star's arranged marriage
- The USMNT is in turmoil ahead of a home World Cup - after Jurgen Klopp said no, here's why US Soccer must go for Mauricio Pochettino or Gareth Southgate... there's no turning back
- Lionel Messi's wife mocked for 'posting squat videos to strangers on the internet'
- NFL legend Jerry Rice tells reporters 'I will f**k you up' while competing alongside Jason Kelce at celebrity golf tournament
- Caitlin Clark smashes ANOTHER record in upset victory over Phoenix... after she was handed shock Olympics lifeline
- Taylor Swift subtly reacts to boyfriend Travis Kelce being named the NFL's No. 1 tight end... after he dedicated cringeworthy karaoke performance to her
- Travis Kelce dedicates karaoke win to Taylor Swift as fans go wild for his cringeworthy performance of iconic rock song
- Shohei Ohtani 'decides to sell his new $8million mansion over privacy concerns after two Japanese networks revealed Dodgers star's address'
- Olivia Dunne reacts to boyfriend Paul Skenes getting pulled by the Pirates during his latest no-hitter
- Man United legend Patrice Evra handed suspended 12-month PRISON sentence after being found guilty of abandoning his wife and their two children - and he owes over £800k in unpaid alimony
- Jadon Sancho returns to Man United training after calling a truce with Erik ten Hag 10 months on from fallout that saw forward eat and train on his own before loan move away
- See how Taylor Swift, Caitlin Clark and more stars celebrated Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' pregnancy announcement
- NFL star Jonnu Smith reveals the team that plays in 'the WORST place you can be in the world'
- Darwin Nunez among 11 Uruguay players facing disciplinary action for violent clashes with Colombia fans - but they won't miss final Copa America game
- ESPN under fire for cutting to Damar Hamlin after death comment during the ESPYs
- Travis Kelce and brother Jason mobbed by adoring fans as NFL brothers tee it up at ACC celebrity golf tournament on Lake Tahoe
- Travis Kelce kisses golf fan's arm after hitting him with a wayward shot during Lake Tahoe celebrity golf tournament
- Novak Djokovic is booed AGAIN at Wimbledon after reaching the final - as celebration aimed at his daughter causes confusion for SW19 crowd
- Former NFL star's LA home burglarized after thieves 'smashed through a rear window and ransacked the property'
- Cooper Flagg will face same 'enormous pressure' as Caitlin Clark 'because he's white', says ESPN analyst
- BBC staff at Euro 2024 'feel unhappy, uncomfortable and embarrassed by Gary Lineker's criticism of Gareth Southgate - and refusal to back down' as questions are raised over drinking wine on £1.35m-a-year star's podcast
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