In a historic move in the football transfer market, Aston Villa has officially transferred Colombian forward Jhon Duran to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr for a staggering fee of €77 million, making it the most expensive transfer in the history of the Premier League team. The announcement comes after a series of negotiations, during which Villa manager Unai Emery stated that the club’s focus is on building a competitive squad. Duran, who joined Aston Villa from the Chicago Fire for €20 million in January 2023, showcased his potential during his time in England, scoring three goals and providing one assist across 19 appearances. This transfer reflects Al Nassr’s ongoing strategy to bolster its squad amidst an influx of talent into the Saudi league, including the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mané. In light of the transfer, Unai Emery noted, ‘Jhon gave us everything he could in his time at the club that honed his skills further.’ The acquisition of Duran not only demonstrates Aston Villa’s commitment to financial prudence but also their strategic pivot towards nurturing and developing talent to compete at the highest levels.
Aston Villa Transfers Jhon Duran to Al Nassr for Record €77 Million
