Aston Villa Eye Emmanuel Adebayor as Potential Replacement for Christian Benteke
Emmanuel Adebayor could be set for a Premier League reunion with Tim Sherwood at Aston Villa, as the club prepares for the likely departure of star striker Christian Benteke.
According to L’Équipe, Aston Villa have already begun identifying possible successors to Benteke, who is widely expected to leave the club during the summer transfer window. Sherwood, now at the helm of the Midlands side, has reportedly listed Adebayor as a top candidate to fill the void.
Sherwood and Adebayor share a history from their time together at Tottenham Hotspur. When Sherwood took over at Spurs in late 2013 following the dismissal of André Villas-Boas, he quickly reinstated the Togolese striker, who had been frozen out under the previous regime. The decision paid off: Adebayor enjoyed a prolific second half of the 2013–14 season, scoring 11 goals in 20 Premier League appearances.
Despite that resurgence, Adebayor’s fortunes have declined sharply since. Last season, he struggled with recurring injuries and personal family issues that significantly limited his playing time at Tottenham. His future at White Hart Lane remains uncertain, and Sherwood could offer him a fresh start and a renewed opportunity to prove his worth in England’s top flight.
At 31, Adebayor still brings a wealth of experience, physical presence, and goal-scoring instincts—qualities Sherwood believes could be vital for Aston Villa as they look to rebuild their attacking line.
While no formal bid has been made public, the interest signals Sherwood’s intent to rely on trusted players as he shapes Villa for the coming season.
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