Transfer interest is building around Alejandro Balde Martinez, with Aston Villa understood to be weighing-up a move for the Barcelona defender. While there has been no official bid as yet, the club may act swiftly if they decide to pursue the deal before the transfer window slams shut. While Aston Villa and Barcelona continue talks, no breakthrough has been reported. Manchester City , Liverpool and Inter reportedly may still have an interest, but currently the focus is on getting this deal across the line. Across the season 25/26, Aston Villa have let in 41 goals in 33 (1.24 per game), roughly in line with the Premier League average. Alejandro Balde Martinez would be expected to give them some extra stability and depth for the tougher stretches of the season. Alongside this, Barcelona are said to be exploring Vedat Muriqi, Alexander Sorloth and Denzel Dumfries with Aston Villa likewise connected to Curtis Jones, Crysencio Summerville and Pascal Struijk. Follow for more transfer rumours ahead of the Transfer Window!