OFFICIAL: Aston Villa sign Swiss star Johan Manzambi!

The talented Swiss boy is settling in England for a new experience.

Europe 17 July 2026 at 18:29

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OFFICIAL: Aston Villa sign Swiss star Johan Manzambi!

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Aston Villa have executed an excellent piece of transfer business. Earlier today, the club took to their official X account to confirm the acquisition of midfielder Johan Manzambi, who arrives from Bundesliga side Freiburg to begin a new chapter in the Premier League.

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Official figures place the deal at just over €60 million, a sum that places the newcomer among Villa's costliest ever recruits. The Birmingham outfit expect the fresh face to add steel and creativity to the centre of the park, aiding their push for success on both home and continental fronts.

It's official 🤩

Aston Villa is delighted to announce the signing of Johan Manzambi 🇨🇭 pic.twitter.com/5s2U39k0oQ
— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) July 17, 2026

Upon finalising the remaining administrative steps, Manzambi will report for duty with his fellow squad members and start gearing up for the season ahead.

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