Aston Villa makes formal bid for Toulouse defender Canvot amid ongoing talks

Aston Villa is actively strengthening its squad ahead of the new season, focusing on both experienced players and promising young talents. The club is set to offer a contract extension to Lucas Digne, a key left back for the team, while also securing midfielder Boubacar Kamara on a deal until 2030. In pursuit of defensive reinforcements, Villa has made a formal offer to sign 18-year-old Toulouse defender Jaydee Canvot, who is highly regarded and versatile enough to play in midfield; however, the bid has not yet been accepted as Toulouse seeks a fee around £17 million. Villa's recruitment strategy combines immediate first-team solidity with long-term potential, as evidenced by their signings of teenage defenders Yasin Ozcan and Modou Keba Cisse, the latter currently on loan in Austria. Manager Unai Emery remains focused on building a squad capable of returning Villa to the Champions League, blending experienced players with emerging prospects. Negotiations for Canvot continue amid interest from other clubs, with Villa hopeful of finalizing the deal soon.