Aston Villa are closing in on a full agreement with one of their most important players, who was targeted by Everton over the summer transfer window.

Rodri missed each of Manchester City's past two visits to Villa Park and they lost both games. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner is out once again this weekend.

Two clubs look for an important win on Sunday in English Premier League action, as Tottenham Hotspur returns home to face Aston Villa.

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Aston Villa continue to move quietly but with intent in the transfer market. They are building a squad that will show both ambition and balance. Under Unai Emery, the Birmingham club shows a growing

Pep Guardiola is preparing his Manchester City side for what he believes is one of their toughest away assignments of the season at Aston Villa. City face Unai Emery’s team at Villa Park on Sunday hoping to extend their run of nine games unbeaten in all competitions.

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