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Chelsea and Aston Villa Close Deals Amid Goalkeeper Transfer Rumors

On August 26, 2026, Aston Villa completed a significant transfer by signing Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for a record £65 million. This move follows Villa's record-breaking £45 million acquisition of Liam Delap and adds to speculation about goalkeeper signings. Villa aims to replace Ollie Watkins, who is reportedly nearing a £50 million move to Al Hilal. Additionally, Villa has reached a verbal agreement to sign Ibrahim Mbaye from PSG at a club-record £65 million, surpassing their previous transfer record. Mbaye, who played for PSG in Ligue 1 and showed interest from Liverpool, will join Unai Emery at Villarreal.

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