Aston Villa and Chelsea in Multi-Player Transfer Negotiations Ahead of Champions League Campaign

Chelsea are in advanced negotiations with Aston Villa to sign 18-year-old attacker Omari Kellyman for around £19 million, aiming to finalize personal terms and medical soon. Concurrently, Aston Villa has agreed with Chelsea to sign left-back Ian Maatsen for a fee in the region of £37.5 million plus add-ons, with a six-year contract on the table. This move follows Maatsen's successful loan spell at Borussia Dortmund, who opted not to activate his £35 million release clause. Both clubs have discussed multiple player transfers, including Chelsea's interest in Villa striker Jhon Duran and Villa's interest in Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher. These transactions are part of Villa's efforts to strengthen their squad for the upcoming UEFA Champions League campaign.