Aston Villa are interested in signing West Ham right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.
The Birmingham club are preparing to strengthen the opposite side of their defence once the expected deal for left-back Matteo Ruggeri is completed. Their attention has now turned to Wan-Bissaka, with the 28-year-old understood to be a serious target.
Wan-Bissaka spent last season with West Ham and made 27 appearances in all competitions, providing three assists. His performances have attracted interest from Aston Villa as the club consider further additions to their defensive options.
The defender is valued at 15m euros by Transfermarkt, giving an indication of the figure that could be involved should Aston Villa decide to pursue the move.
The reported interest comes as Aston Villa continue to shape their squad around the recruitment of players for both sides of the defence. Ruggeri’s anticipated arrival would address the left-back position, while Wan-Bissaka is being considered to provide additional strength on the right.
No agreement between Aston Villa and West Ham has been reported, but Wan-Bissaka’s name has emerged as a prominent option for the Birmingham side. The information was made public by Romano, one of the most prominent sources covering the transfer market.
Wan-Bissaka’s record of 27 appearances last season includes every competition in which West Ham took part, with the right-back also contributing three assists. Transfermarkt’s assessment places his current market value at 15m euros.
Aston Villa’s reported pursuit of the West Ham player follows the planned completion of the deal for Ruggeri. Until that transfer is finalised, the club’s defensive recruitment plans remain focused on reinforcing both wide areas.
The latest report therefore links Wan-Bissaka with a move away from West Ham and a possible switch to Aston Villa. For now, the interest remains at the reporting stage, with the proposed Ruggeri deal preceding any expected move for the right-back.