Chelsea Loan Ross Barkley To Aston Villa

Aston Villa have signed Ross Barkley on a season-long loan from Chelsea.

The England international becomes Villa’s fifth signing of the window, following the arrivals of Ollie Watkins, Bertrand Traore, Emiliano Martinez and Matty Cash.

After securing Barkley’s signature, Villa head coach Dean Smith told the club’s website: “Capturing a player of Ross’ quality is a real coup for our club and I am certain he will thrive here and improve our team.”

More to follow….