BREAKING NEWS: Aston Villa Sign Dutch Forward Donyell Malen From Borussia Dortmund MI

Aston Villa has officially signed Dutch forward Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund. The 25-year-old joins the Premier League club for a reported fee of €23 million (£19 million), with an additional €3 million (£2.5 million) in potential add-ons.

Malen, who previously spent time in Arsenal’s academy, moved to PSV Eindhoven in 2017, where he scored 40 goals in 80 appearances. In 2021, he transferred to Borussia Dortmund, netting 39 goals in 132 matches. This season, he has scored five goals across all competitions, including one in Dortmund’s recent 3-1 victory over VfL Wolfsburg.

Internationally, Malen has earned 41 caps for the Netherlands, scoring nine goals, and represented his country at UEFA Euro 2024.

At Aston Villa, Malen is expected to enhance the team’s attacking options, especially following the departure of Moussa Diaby to Al Ittihad. He will compete for a spot in the frontline alongside players like Leon Bailey, Morgan Rogers, Jhon Durán, and Ollie Watkins.

Villa fans are hopeful that Malen’s versatility and experience will contribute significantly as the team aims for higher positions in the Premier League stand