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Aston Villa tracks midfielder Luca Weinhandl amid Arsenal interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 8:50 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Aston Villa tracks midfielder Luca Weinhandl amid Arsenal interest

Summary

Aston Villa is monitoring 17-year-old midfielder Luca Weinhandl, currently with Sturm Graz, amid interest from Arsenal and Brighton. Weinhandl has made five appearances this season in the Austrian Bundesliga without recording goals or assists. The player signed a long-term contract with Sturm Graz in 2025 and has shown promise in defensive duties. Aston Villa may consider a transfer fee of £17m, though concerns about his passing remain. The club needs more midfield depth that can contribute immediately.

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By the Numbers

•Villa joins Arsenal and Brighton in pursuing Luca Weinhandl.
•Weinhandl has five Bundesliga appearances, with no goals or assists.
•The midfielder excels in defensive tasks but struggles with passing.
•Villa would need patience if they decide to invest £17m now.
•Weinhandl's profile could fit Unai Emery's midfield structure.

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Aston Villa have joined Arsenal and Brighton in tracking a 17-year-old midfielder Luca Weinhandl at Sturm Graz, with a reported £17m fee.The report, cited by BBC, claims the three Premier League club...
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