Aston Villa has successfully secured a deal with Chelsea for left-back Ian Maatsen. The transfer fee for the 22-year-old player is reported to be between £35m and £40m, with additional add-ons included in the agreement. Maatsen is expected to sign a six-year contract with Villa, and negotiations over personal terms are anticipated to go smoothly.
The young left-back had a release clause of £35m in his contract, which attracted interest from Borussia Dortmund. The German club was keen on signing Maatsen permanently after a productive loan spell during the previous season. Maatsen made a significant impact during his time at Dortmund, making 16 Bundesliga appearances and scoring two goals. He also featured in the Champions League, scoring once in seven appearances.
Despite Dortmund’s interest, they were unable to meet the release clause set by Chelsea for Maatsen. This paved the way for Aston Villa to secure the promising left-back’s services. The deal signifies Villa’s ambition to strengthen their squad and compete at the highest level in the Premier League.
As the summer transfer window is officially open, clubs across Europe are actively engaged in negotiations and deals to bolster their squads. The deadline for the transfer window in the Premier League and Scottish Premiership is set for August 30. This unified deadline aims to align with other major leagues in Europe and streamline the transfer process for clubs and players alike.
The signing of Ian Maatsen represents a significant move for Aston Villa as they aim to build a competitive team for the upcoming season. His addition to the squad brings depth and quality to the left-back position, providing manager with more options and flexibility in team selection. Fans will be eager to see Maatsen in action and witness his growth and development at Villa Park.
