Aston Villa Parts Ways with Five Players Including Rashford, Asensio, Disasi

Aston Villa has confirmed the departure of five players following the 2024–25 season, including goalkeeper Robin Olsen and defender Kortney Hause, whose contracts expired. Three loan players—Marco Asensio, Marcus Rashford, and Axel Disasi—have also returned to their parent clubs PSG, Manchester United, and Chelsea, respectively, with Villa deciding not to exercise the £40 million option to sign Rashford permanently despite his solid contributions of nine goal involvements in 17 appearances. Asensio scored eight goals in 21 games, including three in the Champions League round of 16, while Disasi provided defensive depth with 10 appearances. Villa finished sixth in the Premier League and qualified for the 2025/26 Europa League, after a campaign highlighted by impactful loan performances and strong domestic and European runs. The club thanked all departing players for their efforts and will look to reinforce the squad in the upcoming transfer window under Unai Emery's guidance.