Aston Villa are reportedly considering a move for RB Leipzig's 25-year-old Belgian striker Loïs Openda as they prepare for the potential departure of their current striker, Ollie Watkins, who is currently in discussions with Manchester United. Villa's interest in Openda is seen as part of their strategy to secure a replacement in the event that Watkins' transfer to United materializes. This move is indicative of Villa's proactive approach in the transfer market, aimed at strengthening their squad under the guidance of manager Unai Emery. Openda is under contract with the German club until 2028, and his market value is estimated at €50.00m by Transfermarkt. Besides Aston Villa, other clubs such as Newcastle United, Inter, and Napoli have also been associated with the forward.