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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 open talks with Galatasaray for Gabriel Sara transfer

Summary

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.

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•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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