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Aston Villa nears €20m agreement for Matteo Ruggeri from Atletico Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 10:50 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Aston Villa nears €20m agreement for Matteo Ruggeri from Atletico Madrid

Summary

Aston Villa is approaching a deal to sign Matteo Ruggeri from Atletico Madrid for around €20 million. The 24-year-old left-back is reportedly advancing in personal terms as negotiations progress. Ruggeri's absence from Atletico's trip to South Korea coincides with Villa's efforts to replace Lucas Digne, who is likely leaving for Paris Saint-Germain. Villa aims to bolster their defense with a physically robust player, enhancing options for coach Unai Emery as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Matteo Ruggeri is 24 and made 47 appearances last season.
•Villa plans to replace Lucas Digne, who is linked with PSG.
•Ruggeri fits Villa's need for a more physical left-back.
•The clubs have broadly settled on a €20 million fee.
•Negotiations are ongoing, with personal terms advancing.

Latest Updates

10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Aston Villa set to complete €20m move for La Liga star

What they're saying

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Aston Villa close in on Matteo Ruggeri deal as left-back plan takes shapeAston Villa are moving towards a full agreement to sign Matteo Ruggeri from Atletico Madrid, with the 24-year-old now advancing...
— Yahoo Sports

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