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Matteo Ruggeri joins Aston Villa from Atlético Madrid

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:45 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Matteo Ruggeri joins Aston Villa from Atlético Madrid
Summary

Matteo Ruggeri has joined Aston Villa after leaving Atlético Madrid, with both clubs confirming the transfer on August 19, 2026. The left-back's move follows a season at Atlético, where he struggled for playing time due to the arrival of another player in his position. Aston Villa secured Ruggeri for a fee close to €20 million, matching what Atlético had previously paid for him. He aims to restart his career in the Premier League under manager Unai Emery. Goalkeeper Zion Suzuki is also set to join him from Parma.

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By the Numbers
  • •Ruggeri signed with Aston Villa from Atlético Madrid.
  • •The transfer fee is around €20 million.
  • •He played one season with Atlético before the move.
  • •Ruggeri aims for more playing time under Unai Emery.
  • •Zion Suzuki will join Villa from Parma.
Latest Updates
  • 8:45 AMYahoo Sports — Official: Ruggeri joins Aston Villa from Atletico Madrid
  • 8:09 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Official: Matteo Ruggeri, Aston Villa’s new player
What they're saying
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Italian left-back Matteo Ruggeri has officially been announced as a new Aston Villa player following a season-long stint with Atletico Madrid in LaLiga in 2025-26.Official: Ruggeri joins Aston Villa f...

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Atlético de Madrid and Aston Villa have officially confirmed the signing of Matteo Ruggeri.The left-back leaves the red-and-white side just one season after arriving in the Spanish capital.The Italia...

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