Morgan Sanson tipped for transfer as major Aston Villa contract news revealed

Hello. We're halfway through the week and here are the big Aston Villa stories with Norwich City next up on Saturday, April 30 (kick-off 3pm). There's fresh talk of Matt Targett's transfer stance up at Newcastle while, in France, Marseille supporters have been debating the prospect of resigning Morgan Sanson.

Newcastle United are reportedly exploring other options to securing Aston Villa left back Matt Targett on a permanent deal this summer.

Targett, 26, departed for Tyneside in January after Villa secured the signing of Lucas Digne from Everton for a figure which could rise to £27 million. Targett has played every minute of action for the Magpies since arriving and has contributed heavily to their resurgence up the league table under the guidance of new boss Eddie Howe.

A deal to secure Targett is reportedly available for Newcastle for around £15 million, but before triggering the option The Athletic have reported that 'Steve Nickson, the head of recruitment, has also been tracking alternatives' ahead of the summer window.

One of the targets being Atletico Madrid's left-back Renan Lodi, who is valued at around €50 million according to Footballtransfers.com. Newcastle reportedly contacted Lodi's representatives before signing Targett due to not being able to push through a deal for the Brazilian at the time.

Jacob Ramsey says he'll do everything to push Aston Villa back into Europe after penning his new five-year contract. The 20-year-old has joined Emi Martinez, Matty Cash and Tim Iroegbunam as players committed to the club until 2027.

"It's a proud day for me, especially for my family. I've been here a long time, since I was six or seven and came through the academy, and I'm delighted to sign for another five