Aston Villa open talks with Galatasaray for Gabriel Sara transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:05 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Aston Villa is set to initiate formal negotiations with Galatasaray for Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Sara, who has been a target for months. The club aims to bolster its squad ahead of a Champions League campaign following a fourth-place finish in the Premier League and Europa League success. Galatasaray reportedly wants €30-35 million for Sara, who had an impressive season with 11 goal contributions in 42 games. Competing interests include Premier League clubs Everton and Tottenham, as well as Serie A side Napoli. Sara's contract runs until June 2029, granting him leverage in any transfer decision.
- •Aston Villa finished fourth in the Premier League and won the Europa League.
- •Gabriel Sara recorded 11 goal contributions in 42 matches this season.
- •Galatasaray seeks €30-35 million to facilitate the transfer.
- •Villa faces competition from Everton, Tottenham, and Napoli.
- •Sara's contract runs until June 2029, giving him bargaining power.
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"Aston Villa are preparing to open formal talks with Galatasaray over the signing of Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Sara, as the newly crowned Europa League winners gear up for a return to Champions Leag...
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