Aston Villa are reportedly targeting Conor Gallagher and Tammy Abraham in January to boost midfield steel and striker depth. Punters should note that new arrivals could tighten Villa’s odds in match-winner markets and increase probability bets on Villa scoring over 1.5 goals or improving their top-four chances if both signings arrive and quickly impact results.
Unai Emery Targets Former Chelsea Stars to Fuel Villa’s Title Charge
Aston Villa are exploring January signings as Unai Emery looks to fortify a squad surprising the Premier League. Villa sit third after 21 games, six points behind leaders, and face a congested schedule with domestic and European commitments that make squad depth a priority.
Gallagher Interest Adds Midfield Bite
Villa have been linked with Conor Gallagher, now at Atletico Madrid. The England midfielder offers energy, box-to-box presence and Premier League-proven form. Atletico’s reported valuation near £35million would strain Villa’s tight January budget, but Gallagher would bring immediate competitiveness to Emery’s midfield.
Abraham Brings Familiarity and Proven Goals
Tammy Abraham is also on Villa’s radar. The 28-year-old academy graduate enjoyed earlier success in England and Italy, and is currently on loan at Besiktas, where he has scored regularly. Abraham previously had a short loan spell at Villa, helping with promotion, and would be viewed primarily as cover and competition for Ollie Watkins.
Contractual and Financial Obstacles
Completing either deal faces hurdles. Abraham remains contracted to Roma until 2027 and carries significant wages, while his Besiktas loan reportedly includes an obligation to buy under certain conditions. Gallagher’s asking price would test Villa’s January finances. Any move would need to balance fees, wages and short-term squad needs.
What This Means on the Bettingsheets
Signings of Gallagher and/or Abraham could alter betting markets: midfield reinforcement tends to lower odds on narrow defeats and increase win probabilities, while a striker signing can shift markets for goalscorers and over/under goals lines. Bettors should monitor official confirmations and early lineup indications before adjusting stakes.
Next Steps and Timing
With the window open, Villa must act quickly to secure targets and register players for cup and European competitions. Whether Emery can land either player will depend on negotiations, loan clauses and financial compromises, but Villa’s intent to bolster both midfield and attack is clear.
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