Aston Villa signs Matteo Ruggeri as left-back replacement

Aston Villa has secured Matteo Ruggeri from Atlético Madrid as a replacement for Lucas Digne, who is expected to join Paris Saint-Germain. The transfer, valued at €25 million, comes as Villa shifts focus from Milan's Pervis Estupiñán, who was priced around €20 million. Ruggeri, younger and versatile, can function effectively in both defensive and offensive roles. His arrival coincides with past allegations regarding inappropriate behavior, but it is unclear how this might affect the transfer or his integration with the team.

• 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa signing Matteo Ruggeri is a clear upgrade over Pervis Estupiñán, despite the catch