Liverpool defender Joe Gomez is poised to join Aston Villa this summer, with the center-back open to departing the Merseyside club before the transfer window closes.
The Englishman was excluded from Arne Slot’s squad for Liverpool’s opening Premier League match of the season against Ipswich Town on Saturday due to ongoing interest in his services. Reports now indicate that the 27-year-old has made a decision regarding a move to Aston Villa.
According to Football Insider, Gomez is willing to transfer to Villa Park in the coming days, as he seeks a regular starting role for the 2024/25 season—a prospect that seems unlikely at Liverpool.
Unai Emery is interested in the versatile defender, who can play in various positions across the backline. However, Villa will only be able to finalize the deal if Fulham target Diego Carlos is sold.
Aston Villa has already inquired about Gomez’s availability and has likely been informed by Liverpool that a deal would cost around £40m/£45m.
While several other clubs have shown interest in Gomez this summer, Villa’s pursuit appears to be the most concrete. Other interested parties could still emerge in the coming days, but that remains uncertain.
Aston Villa seems like a great fit for Joe Gomez. The 27-year-old is coming off one of his best seasons at Liverpool, having made 51 appearances last season while covering various roles to help Jurgen Klopp deal with numerous defensive injuries.
Gomez’s versatility and recovery speed align well with Emery’s needs at Aston Villa.
The Birmingham club offers several appealing factors for the England international, including Champions League competition, a strong manager, and the likelihood of securing a starting position.
Whether Gomez leaves Anfield in the coming days remains to be seen, but a move to Villa could be an excellent next step in his career.
