Aston Villa have announced their third new signing in the ongoing summer transfer window on Friday.
Aston Villa signed Evann Guessand from Ligue 1 club Nice on a five-year deal, which is reportedly worth €35m ($47m).
Prior to Guessand’s arrival, the Premier League side had welcomed goalkeeper Marco Bizot from Brest and Yasin Ozcan from Turkish club Kasimpasa. However, the latter was loaned out to Anderlecht.
Guessand turned heads with his performances for his boyhood club Nice, where he registered 21 goals and 15 assists in 109 performances. He was also on season-long loans to Lausanne-Sport and Nantes, respectively.
The 24-year-old forward’s efforts on the pitch made him a transfer prospect this summer for several clubs, including Leeds United and Crystal Palace.
Guessand was also offered a massive contract by Saudi Pro League club Neom. However, he decided to join Aston Villa after a discussion with head coach Unai Emery, as per ESPN.
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What did Evann Guessand say about joining Aston Villa?
Guessand shared his thoughts on signing for Aston Villa in a post on the club’s social media, and said
“This club is special. History, pride, passion, the belief. When I heard they wanted me I didn’t think twice. I am ready to give my all, every game, every minute.”
Guessand is expected to make his competitive debut for Aston Villa in their opening Premier League match against Newcastle United on August 16 at Villa Park.
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