Aston Villa had an incredibly active transfer window, with Unai Emery and Monchi bringing in eight new players to strengthen the squad. Among the new arrivals, **Amadou Onana** has been a standout performer, even earning a nomination for the Premier League Player of the Month award. His impact has been significant early on, living up to the high expectations that came with his transfer.
While **Onana** has hit the ground running, Emery has taken a more cautious approach with other players like **Ian Maatsen**, due to the fine form of **Lucas Digne** in the same position. Villa also made moves for **Ross Barkley** and **Lewis Dobbin** from other Premier League clubs, adding depth and talent to the squad.
Interestingly, Aston Villa made a late inquiry about signing **Morgan Gibbs-White** from Nottingham Forest. The 24-year-old midfielder, who has been instrumental for Forest and now captains the side, attracted attention from both Villa and **Newcastle United**. However, neither Forest nor Gibbs-White showed much interest in the move. Gibbs-White has flourished at Forest, becoming a key player and a mentor to younger players at the club.
On the other hand, there is growing anticipation around **Jhon Duran**, who has impressed in his limited appearances. Some Villa fans are calling for the Colombian striker to be given more opportunities, particularly with club football returning after the international break. Duran faces tough competition from established players like **Ollie Watkins** and **Morgan Rogers**, but his potential suggests he could eventually surpass Watkins if Emery gives him more game time.
While the potential signing of Gibbs-White remains a “what if” for some Villa supporters, the club’s current squad depth and talent pool under Emery indicate a positive direction moving forward.
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