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Aston Villa in pole position to sign £27m striker who won his club’s Player of the Season award

According to a recent report, Aston Villa are leading the race to sign a very highly rated striker in Europe this summer.

The Villans have made a rapid start to the summer transfer window having already signed Ross Barkley, Ian Maatsen, Samuel Iling-Junior, Lewis Dobbin and Enzo Barrenechea.

Though, they aren’t resting on their laurels as they are now targeting a centre-forward to add to their ranks.

That said, it’s believed Villa are front runners to land a sought-after striker from Germany.

TSG Hoffenheim v FC Bayern München - Bundesliga
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Aston Villa lead race for Hoffenheim striker Maximilian Beier

According to German outlet , Aston Villa are thought to be leading the race to sign Hoffenheim striker Maximilian Beier.

Chelsea are also in a strong position to land Beier’s signature with the two clubs ahead of Liverpool, Manchester United and Brighton.

The 2002-born forward enjoyed a productive season in the Bundesliga last term, netting 16 times whilst laying on three assists – enough to scoop his side’s Player of the Season award.

Beier’s prolific form earned him a call-up to Germany’s Euro 2024 squad and he made one outing at the tournament against Switzerland.

Beier expected to join Premier League club

The outlet notes that they expect Beier to join a Premier League club this summer and he is open to the idea of a summer exit.

Though, he won’t rush to make a decision as he wants to join a club that will allow him regular playing time.

Any forthcoming suitors will likely have to pay around £25m – which is his release clause.

Hoffenheim are in need of a big sale this window, so they aren’t likely to stand in his way if an offer arrives.

In other news, Aston Villa have now stepped up their pursuit to sign a £59m attacker tipped to win the Ballon d’Or.