Ghanaian defender David Oduro set to leave Barcelona for Aston Villa
Villa are planning to send him on loan to French Ligue 2 side FC Annecy if the transfer is completed.
Ghanaian defender David Oduro is on the verge of departing Barcelona to join Aston Villa, according to recent reports. The 20-year-old left-back has been identified as the English club's top transfer target, with discussions underway before the transfer deadline. Aston Villa sees value in having the young talent continue his development outside of England, potentially sending him on loan to French Ligue 2 side FC Annecy if the deal goes through.
While Portuguese second-tier club Tondela is also interested in Oduro, Villa appears closest to finalizing the transfer. The Spanish club Barcelona is keen to safeguard their long-term interest in the player by retaining 50% of Oduro's future rights. Oduro made his debut for Barcelona's reserve team, Barça Atletic, in November 2024, featuring in a match against Real Sociedad B in Spain's third tier.
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