Aston Villa exploring move for RB Leipzig’s Lois Openda | OneFootball

Aston Villa are considering a move for RB Leipzig striker Lois Openda ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 season (h/t journalist Sacha Tavolieri).

Villa and Leipzig are interested in a possible transfer, and talks have been ongoing between the two clubs for several months. The 25-year-old is reportedly open to leaving Leipzig this summer.

Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho is also on Villa’s radar, as the club eyes several attacking reinforcements.

Ollie Watkins’ future could influence how Villa proceed in the transfer market. A move for a new attacker may depend on player sales.

Openda is a versatile forward with sharp instincts

The former Lens forward had a productive campaign with Leipzig last season, bagging 13 goals and 11 assists in all competitions.

He is a fast, sharp and clinical forward who can hurt teams with his speed and movement both on and off the ball.

Renowned for his finishing ability with either foot and his head, the Belgian thrives in quick transitions and is effective when pressing from the front.

He also offers creativity, often setting up chances for his teammates with clever passes and movement around the box.

Transfermarkt currently values Openda at €50 million, which could prove a stumbling block unless Villa raise funds through outgoing transfers.

With European football returning to Villa Park, manager Unai Emery is keen to add depth to his squad, and Openda would be a shrewd acquisition.