Germain would reportedly accept a small fee from Aston Villa for Marco Asensio, but there are still a couple of obstacles between them and the Spaniard. Asensio has been an absolute revelation since walking through the door at Villa Park in January.

Germain’s 29-year-old midfielder/attacker under contract until 2026, failed to fully establish himself with coach Luis Enrique. So he was loaned out to Aston Villa for the second half of the 2024-2025 season.

In what would see them replace loanee Marco Asensio, Aston Villa are now reportedly plotting to sign a talented winger.