Kalvin Phillips, the England player, faces challenges in securing playing time at Manchester City. Despite this, he enjoys a significant following, as reported by 90min, which also states that Aston Villa is eyeing a potential acquisition of the midfielder. Phillips, known for his supporting role at City under Pep Guardiola, was signed in the summer of 2022 and lauded by Director of Football Txiki Begiristain for his remarkable talent and quality.
However, Phillips has seen limited action this season, playing only 70 minutes in the Premier League. Last year, he started just two league games for City. 90min reveals that Bayern Munich has expressed interest in Phillips and initiated contact with City regarding a possible transfer in the upcoming January window. Other Premier League clubs like Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, and West Ham United, along with Aston Villa, have also shown interest in acquiring Phillips.
Notably, Aston Villa had previously pursued Phillips, with reports of a £15 million offer in September 2019, during his time at Leeds United. However, Leeds rejected the offer, and Phillips later extended his contract with the club, ultimately contributing to their promotion to the Premier League. Now, with the current situation at Manchester City, Aston Villa’s interest in Phillips has been reignited.
Considering Phillips’ limited opportunities at City, a move to Aston Villa might be a viable option. The repeated interest from Villa and the potential for increased playing time at Villa Park make this a plausible transfer prospect for the 27-year-old midfielder, who could thrive in a new environment.
