Aston Villa have secured the signing of João Gomes from Wolverhampton Wanderers for a reported fee believed to be around £35 million. With that in mind, Cole and Simon sat down with Daz Hale of BBC Radio WM for a quick chat to discuss the Brazilian midfielder and what he can bring to Villa Park.

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• From a Wolves perspective, is now the right time for Gomes to move on and remain in the Premier League?
• What type of midfielder is he?
• Is it safe to say that Gomes is good enough to step into a Villa starting XI right away if needed?
• What can be made of Villa's business thus far?

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Aston Villa have reached a verbal agreement with Chelsea for the £117 million sales of Morgan Rogers, a British record transfer fee. As a result, join Cole and Tom as they discuss an incredible bit of business and what it means for the football club's recruitment drive this summer.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• Is now the right time for Morgan Rogers to leave Villa?
• What does Rogers' departure mean for Villa's summer business?
• The importance of the football club being proactive instead of reactive.
• Could Manzambi quickly fill the gap?

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It's been a crazy 72+ hours for Aston Villa and with that in mind, Cole and Simon return to discuss the football club's comings, goings and everything in-between.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• Aston Villa have hijacked Newcastle United's move for Switzerland international, Johan Manzambi; how does he fit into Emery's plans?
• Just how savvy have Villa been in terms of moving players on and lowering the wage bill?
• Youri Tielemans' move to Manchester United and what it means for Villa's summer recruitment.
• Lucas Digne's return to PSG.
• Villa's controversial front of shirt sponsor and the return of Betano...

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With transfer speculation continuing to build, Cole and Danny return to assess the futures of the Aston Villa first team squad.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• Could we finally be nearing the end of Emi Martinez's time at the football club?
• Maatsen versus Digne.
• Does Lamare Bogarde have a future at Villa?
• What's Morgan Rogers really worth?

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BBC Radio WM host, Daz Hale, returns to reflect on a memorable season for Aston Villa and what lies ahead for Unai Emery's men as the football club prepares for next season.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• So, what did Daz make of Aston Villa's season as a whole?
• What does winning the Europa League mean for the football club?
• Just how incredible were the scenes in Birmingham during the BBC's parade coverage?
• What could be in store for Villa this summer and how do they build on last season's success?

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With the 2025/2026 campaign now in the books, Cole, Danny, Seb and Tom sat down to reflect on the season that was for Aston Villa – who has shined the brightest? Can this season be topped? And everything in-between.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• Now that the dust has settled, how are the lads feeling about the season as a whole?
• Who stood above the rest within the Aston Villa squad?
• Who and/or what was a disappointment this campaign?
• What can we make of Emi Buendia's stellar season and can he replicate this form?
• An Ollie Watkins love-in and the importance of strengthening the support around him.
• What have been our favourite moments/memories of the 25/26 season?
• What does witnessing Villa lift a trophy mean to supporters?
• How would you rate this season on a scale from 1 to 10?

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Aston Villa have secured Champions League football, won the Europa League and beaten Manchester City at the Etihad for the first time since 2007...lovely stuff! With that in mind, join Cole, Seb and Simon as the lads are back to reflect on some memorable moments for the mighty Villa.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• How incredible have the last 10 days been for Villa?
• Villa's mentality change and finally getting over some big hurdles.
• Ollie Watkins late-season turnaround.
• Tales from Istanbul (or Astonbul if you prefer that).
• What does winning a trophy mean to us Villans and the future of the club?

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The Villa Roundtable is back! Cole is joined by Rich Sutherland, Neil Dunworth and Andy Bates to reflect on Aston Villa's journey to the Europa League final, the challenge that Freiburg presents and what it would mean to supporters for a European trophy to return to Villa Park.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• How are we all feeling ahead of Wednesday?
• Given last summer's frustrations and a poor start to this season, just how impressive have Villa been?
• Even before the final kicks off, has this season been Unai Emery's biggest accomplishment as Villa boss?
• What should we expect to see from Freiburg on Wednesday?
• What would it mean for Villa supporters if a European trophy returns to B6 this season?

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Well, if Aston Villa are consistent at anything, it's making sure they do things the hard way! Listen in as Cole, Seb and Simon return to discuss a frustrating 2-2 draw away at Burnley and assess Villa's chances of finishing in the top 5.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• Why do Villa continue to create self-inflicted issues?
• The unfortunate decline of Tyrone Mings and his future at the club.
• Morgan Rogers' inconsistent form.
• Managing the final run-in of the season.

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Aston Villa are heading to Istanbul! Join Cole, Simon and Seb as the lads reflect on an historic night at Villa Park as Unai Emery's men demolish Nottingham Forest 4-0 to secure a spot in the Europa League final.

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WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?

• Well then, just how incredible was that performance from the boys in claret in blue?!
• How special was the Villa Park atmosphere on Thursday?
• Emi Buendia and Ollie Watkins, rising to the occasion when it matters most.
• John McGinn, leading by example once again!
• Does Victor Lindelöf deserve more credit?
• Who fancies a trip to Instanbul?

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