Aston Villa's new recruit, Guessand, reveals his excitement about joining the team following the completion of his transfer deal.
Aston Villa Bolster Attack with Guessand Signing
Aston Villa have made a significant addition to their squad for the upcoming season with the signing of Evann Guessand from OGC Nice for an initial fee of £26 million ($35 million), with potential add-ons that could take the total to £30.3 million ($40.3 million).
The Ivory Coast forward, who is just 24 years old, has signed a contract until 2030 and will wear the number 29 shirt. Guessand expressed his excitement about joining Villa, stating, "When I heard the club wanted me I didn't think twice."
Guessand had a strong 2020-2021 season with Nice, scoring 13 goals and registering 10 assists in all competitions. His performance statistics and the team's position in Ligue 1 suggest that he is a talented and productive player.
Villa's transfer activity this window has been impacted by UEFA sanctions, and they have only made one other signing - back-up goalkeeper Marco Bizot and defender Yasin Ozcan. However, Ozcan has been loaned to Anderlecht.
Guessand's arrival at Aston Villa bolsters their attacking options following the sale of Jhon Duran in January to Al-Nassr and the departures of loanees Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio.
Aston Villa finished sixth in the Premier League during the 2020-2021 season, and their upcoming match is against Newcastle United in the Premier League. The transfer fee of £26 million ($35 million) is one of the highest transfers in Aston Villa's history.
Guessand is ready to give his all for Aston Villa, promising, "I'm ready to give my all. Every game, every kick, every minute." Unai Emery's men begin their 2021-2022 Premier League campaign at home to Newcastle next weekend.
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Evann Guessand's arrival at Aston Villa could bolster their chances in the upcoming European-leagues, as he brings his impressive goal-scoring and assist-making abilities from Ligue 1, where he performed strongly in the 2020-21 season. With the Premier League kick-off approaching, Guessand is ready to make a significant impact in the attacking line for Aston Villa, as they look to improve on their sixth-place finish from the previous season.
