Aston Villa plan new contract for Amadou Onana

Aston Villa are preparing to offer Amadou Onana a new contract as they look to secure the futures of several key members of Unai Emery’s squad.

The Belgium international, who is of Senegalese origin, is expected to be among the players approached by the club in the coming weeks, according to The Telegraph.

Onana joined Aston Villa from Everton in the summer of 2024 in a deal worth about 59 million euros. The 25-year-old has since established himself as an important part of Emery’s midfield, with his physical strength, effectiveness in duels and ability to win back possession regarded as major assets by the Spanish manager.

The midfielder is currently contracted to Aston Villa until June 2029. However, the club are considering extending that agreement to reinforce his place in their long-term plans.

Onana’s progress has come despite a season disrupted by a serious injury. Aston Villa’s hierarchy nevertheless remain committed to the defensive midfielder and want to demonstrate their continued confidence in him.

He is not the only senior player being considered for a new deal. Emiliano Buendia, Ross Barkley and Ian Maatsen are also understood to be part of the club’s contract-renewal plans.

Aston Villa’s intention is to maintain the stability of their squad over the coming seasons, with Onana’s market value estimated at 40 million euros by Transfermarkt.

The club’s next fixture will be against Sunderland in the 11th round of the English league season.