Aston Villa have become interested in 24-year-old France international winger Maghnes Akliouche, joining a list of long-term admirers that reportedly includes Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur. Sources have confirmed that Unai Emery’s side are closely monitoring the Monaco player's situation and are ready to increase their interest if they secure Champions League qualification. Akliouche is widely expected to leave the Ligue 1 club this summer as interest intensifies, with Tottenham having seriously considered a move for him in January. Akliouche, who has earned 7 caps and scored 1 goal for France, joined Monaco in July 2022 and his current contract runs until 2028. His Transfermarkt market value is €50.00m.