Aston Villa Secure Season-Long Loan of Aaron Wan-Bissaka with Mandatory Purchase Clause

Aston Villa have agreed a deal to sign right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka from West Ham United, with the player set to undergo a medical ahead of a move to Villa Park. The agreement, confirmed on August 18, 2026, is structured as a season-long loan with a mandatory purchase clause to be triggered next summer. The transfer is expected to be formalized before the weekend, potentially allowing Wan-Bissaka to make his debut in Villa's opening Premier League match against Brighton on August 24.

The 28-year-old defender was not part of West Ham's plans following their relegation to the Championship last season. He made 25 Premier League appearances for the Hammers in the 2025-26 campaign and was also part of the DR Congo squad at the recent World Cup, where he played all four matches before the team was eliminated in the last 32. West Ham had reportedly valued Wan-Bissaka at around £25 million, and initial talks involved a straight loan, which the club rejected. The final agreement includes a mandatory buy option for next summer.

Villa manager Unai Emery identified Wan-Bissaka as an experienced replacement to bolster the right-back position, particularly with young Serbian defender Kosta...