What happened: Aston Villa have reportedly begun negotiations with Toulouse after reaching a verbal agreement with Guillaume Restes. Toulouse want at least €20 million, with Napoli also pursuing the 21-year-old goalkeeper.
Why it matters: Villa's move depends on Emiliano Martínez's future, making Restes a potential successor rather than an immediate addition. Competition could complicate negotiations and increase pressure to settle the goalkeeping position.
By the numbers: Restes started 33 Ligue 1 matches last season, recording nine clean sheets and 85 saves. He also registered 18 sweeper actions and has 14 France Under-21 caps.
What to watch: Martínez's future and the arrival of a formal offer will determine whether talks advance.