Ashley Young: Aston Villa star set for sit-down talks – sources
There is a “good possibility” of Aston Villa veteran Ashley Young signing a new contract at the club, sources have told Football Insider.
It is believed that the 37-year-old will sit down for talks with the Midlands giants when his contract expires at the end of the season – and the final decision over an extension could come down to him.
A well-placed source has told Football Insider that Young would be interested in extending his Villa Park stay – while manager Unai Emery sees the benefit of keeping him in the squad.
The versatile ace is the most senior figure in the dressing room at Villa and brings a wealth of experience to the club after a trophy-laden career.
Young has won titles in England and Italy and has amassed 416 appearances in the Premier League since making his top-flight debut in 2006.
This season, the 39-cap former England international has racked up 26 appearances across all competitions – scoring once.
The veteran, who turns 38 in July, has started each of Villa’s last four games – all of which have ended in wins for Emery’s side.
Speaking about a new deal for Young and quoted by BirminghamLive (17 April), Emery insisted he is “happy” with his contributions and claimed his age will not play a factor in the decision over his contract.
Matty Cash is reportedly stepping up his return from the injury he sustained on international duty last month, giving the Villa boss a decision to make ahead of the clash against Brentford on Saturday (22 April).
Football Insider revealed on Monday (17 April) that Aston Villa have set their sights on signing Man City star Kyle Walker amid doubts over Cash’s long-term future.
The Midlands giants are firmly in the race for European qualification this season, as they sit in sixth – just six points adrift of a Champions League berth.
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