Aston Villa agree €30m deal for Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki

Aston Villa have reached an agreement with Parma to sign Japan international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki in a deal worth an initial €30 million, potentially rising to €35m with bonuses. According to The Athletic, the 23-year-old has agreed a five-year contract running until 2031 and has told Parma he wanted to move to Villa this summer.

Suzuki is expected to replace Emiliano Martinez, who is in negotiations over a move to Juventus. Villa have received a fresh €10m offer for the Argentina international, comprising €7m upfront and €3m in add-ons, with valuations now reportedly moving closer.