**Aston Villa’s Interest in Giovani Lo Celso Before Real Betis Move**
Aston Villa were reportedly interested in signing Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Giovani Lo Celso before he completed his transfer to Real Betis on deadline day. The 28-year-old Argentine international, who had been linked with a move away from Tottenham, secured a return to La Liga with Real Betis.
According to Fabrizio Romano (h/t Give Me Sport), Aston Villa pushed to reach an agreement with Tottenham in the final days of the transfer window. However, Lo Celso was eager to leave the Premier League and return to Spanish football, where he previously excelled with Real Betis. He aims to revive his career with regular first-team action at his former club.
Lo Celso’s versatility and technical skill would have made him a valuable asset for Aston Villa, particularly in enhancing their attacking options. Given his previous experience under Unai Emery at Villarreal, he would have likely adapted quickly and made an immediate impact.
Aston Villa have made several notable signings this summer and are looking to build on their Champions League qualification with strong performances. They aim to secure a top-four finish and perform well in domestic competitions.
Meanwhile, Tottenham will be pleased with their summer transfer activity, having strengthened their squad and offloaded many fringe players.
