Aston Villa nears deal for Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:28 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Aston Villa is close to finalizing a deal for Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis, with reports indicating a contract worth up to £30 million. Villa manager Unai Emery is seeking to bolster his defense after the departure of Ezri Konsa. After having two prior bids rejected, Villa has settled on an initial fee of £25 million, with remaining details about performance-related bonuses to be finalized. Harwood-Bellis, who began his career at Manchester City, has made 134 appearances for Southampton and is noted for his strong defensive performances, including a significant role in last season's Championship campaign.
- •Aston Villa and Southampton are nearing a £30 million deal.
- •Unai Emery prioritizes Harwood-Bellis to strengthen defense.
- •Villa's initial bid was £25 million, with pending bonuses.
- •Harwood-Bellis has made 134 appearances for Southampton.
- •He earned his England debut in 2024.
- 9:28 AMYahoo Sports — Harwood-Bellis wants his 'feet to do the talking' after joining Villa
- 12:15 PMYahoo Sports — Villa complete second signing of the day with Taylor Harwood-Bellis
- 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa close to signing Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis
"Taylor Harwood-Bellis says he is "full of pride" after joining Aston Villa on deadline day. The 24-year-old defender, who is a product of Manchester City's youth academy, moved from Championship side Southampton, where he made 134 appearances, scoring 12 times.
"Aston Villa are closing in on a deal to sign Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis, according to The Athletic.Villa boss Unai Emery needs to strengthen his defence following the departure of defe...
"Aston Villa have completed the signing of defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton in a deal worth around £30m.The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract at Villa Park, with the club payi...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 9:28 AMHarwood-Bellis wants his 'feet to do the talking' after joining Villa
Taylor Harwood-Bellis says he is "full of pride" after joining Aston Villa on deadline day. The 24-year-old defender, who is a product of Manchester City's youth academy, moved from Championship side Southampton, where he made 134 appearances, scoring 12 times.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 12:15 PMVilla complete second signing of the day with Taylor Harwood-Bellis
Aston Villa have completed the signing of defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton in a deal worth around £30m.The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract at Villa Park, with the club payi...
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 4:50 PMAston Villa close to signing Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis
Aston Villa are closing in on a deal to sign Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis, according to The Athletic.Villa boss Unai Emery needs to strengthen his defence following the departure of defe...
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