Football Insider claims Aston Villa are competing to agree a deal for Pascal Struijk. The report adds that Leeds are making a strong effort to keep him and are confident they will if they avoid relegation, but will be susceptible to offers from Premier League clubs if they get relegated. The outlet also states that Aston Villa plans to bid for Struijk in the summer.

Sources understand Aston Villa has the strongest interest in Pascal Struijk. According to TEAMtalk sources, Aston Villa are strong admirers and Unai Emery’s squad is understood to be preparing a determined pursuit. Sources suggest Villa could make an initial offer of approximately £25 million (€29m, $33m), although any successful bid would likely require further negotiation because of Leeds’ valuation.

Pascal Struijk, a 26-year-old Dutch defender for Leeds United, has been linked with a potential transfer from the club at the end of the season. Aston Villa, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United are interested in the player. It is reported that Aston Villa are prepared to pay £20 million to sign him, while Leeds would be willing to sell for an offer of approximately £30 million. This asking price is considered expensive because the player is set to enter the final year of his contract in the summer, and it is expected that any interested club will attempt to sign him for a more reasonable fee. This season, Struijk has made 28 appearances in the Premier League and provided one assist. The defender joined Leeds in January 2020 and has 3 caps for Netherlands U17. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €22.00m. Reports in December 2024 suggested that Leeds considered a fee of £25 million to be sufficient.