Marco Asensio is one of the players that Aston Villa are targeting this transfer window, before its official closing on February 3. Coach Unai Emery's team needs reinforcements in attack, while Jhon Duran is very close to leaving for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia. Asensio has long been under the watch of the English and they believe that a loan transfer is possible within this transfer window.
The Spaniard has an active contract with PSG until 2026. He has been part of the French club since 2023, when he was transferred from Real Madrid. Asensio has scored 7 goals in 47 appearances for the Parisian club. However, it seems that the player has lost his place as a starter in Paris, and the club's leaders are ready to let him go, at least on loan.
Meanwhile, Villa have a plan B in place in case Asensio's move doesn't go through. Joao Felix and Matheus Cunha are also on the English club's shortlist, while Bayern's Mathys Tel is another target. Villa secured a place in the next round of the UEFA Champions League after a 4-2 victory over Celtic. Participating in the prestigious competition is another reason to bring reinforcements to the team. Especially Asensio, who has won the UEFA Champions League trophy three times with Real Madrid. The Spaniard has the right experience in the European arena to further advance Aston Villa's ambitions.
The striker was on the bench for Paris Saint-Germain's 4-1 win over Stuttgart. The French also secured a place in the next round of the Champions League, where they will face Portuguese side Benfica. The winner of that match will then face either Liverpool or Barcelona. PSG are not among the main favourites to win the Champions League this season, but the French remain a very strong team.
