Aston Villa are reportedly close to announcing the signing of Ross Barkley from Luton Town – a move that will see the strength in depth of Unai Emery’s squad vastly improve. Barkley has been linked with Villa ever since the conclusion of the 2023-24 Premier League season, in which he impressed despite Luton’s relegation. Journalist Fabrizio Romano then revealed on Monday that the two clubs had reached a ‘verbal agreement’ on a fee around the £5 million mark. The former Everton and Chelsea player had seemingly lost his way prior to joining Rob Edwards’ side but his return to form has earned him…
