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Begovic praises Leao as ideal signing for Aston Villa

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Begovic praises Leao as ideal signing for Aston Villa

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Asmir Begovic endorses Rafael Leao as a transformative addition for Aston Villa amid links to the club. The former Chelsea and AC Milan goalkeeper highlighted Leao's potential and attributes, which he believes are well-suited for English football. Villa has reportedly emerged as a front-runner to acquire Leao, with AC Milan willing to negotiate at €50 million, lower than their previous asking price of €60 million. Tottenham has also entered the mix as a potential suitor. Leao's recent thigh injury caused him to miss the season opener.

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•Begovic believes Leao would excel in the Premier League.
•Aston Villa is reportedly negotiating Leao's transfer from AC Milan.
•Milan is willing to consider offers starting at €50 million.
•Tottenham has also shown interest in acquiring Leao.
•Leao missed the opening weekend due to a thigh injury.

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4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Chelsea and Milan player Begovic on Leao: ‘He would be an incredible signing for Aston Villa’

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Asmir Begovic believes Rafael Leao would be a transformative signing for Aston Villa, with the Milan forward linked to a late move to Birmingham.With quotes via MilanNews.it, the former Milan and Chel...
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