Renowned transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has shared a big update on Aston Villa’s search for a striker this week. He confirmed the club had been in contact with Fenerbahce over Youssef En-Nesyri. However, the Midlands team faces some stiff competition. Juventus and Napoli have already shown interest in the Moroccan star.
Aston Villa eye two-forward swoop: En-Nesyri and Abraham on Emery’s radar
According to Romano, Ennesri will soon decide on his next move. Meanwhile, Villa are still trying to sign Tammy Abraham. He is currently on loan at Besiktas from Roma. The English striker has agreed personal terms with Villa. However, the Turkish club have yet to give the green light for his departure.
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This left the deal in limbo even after days of intense negotiations. Unai Emery is clearly keen to have more options after Donyell Malen’s recent loan move to Roma. The Spanish boss sees the two Super League strikers as his first-choice players to bolster his attack for the rest of the season.
Is the Moroccan suitable for Emery?
ISTANBUL, TURKEY – AUGUST 12: Fenerbahce’s Youssef En-Nesyri celebrates after scoring his team’s fourth goal during the second leg of the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round match between Fenerbahce and Feyenoord on August 12, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmed Molla/Getty Images)
The whole situation leaves Emery facing a tricky tactical choice. Ennesri is a huge threat in the air and has scored eight goals in 25 games so far this season. However, his tandem play hasn’t always gone as smoothly as Emery would have liked.
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Abraham, on the other hand, has better technical ability and has a good understanding of the Premier League from his previous performances at Villa Park. His current form in Turkey is actually better than En-Nesyri’s. This suggests the Englishman is a perfect fit for Villa’s high-pressing style alongside Ollie Watkins.
En-Nesyri’s physical qualities are outstanding, but Abraham is more of a complete player who already understands how the club works. With Juventus pushing hard for the Moroccan, Villa may find it easier to land Abraham if they can finally convince Besiktas to let him go before the transfer window closes.