Aston Villa has also been linked with an interest in Castello Lukeba, the RB Leipzig defender. The player's release clause adjustment in his new contract could facilitate a move to Villa.

Aston Villa are planning to strengthen their defence with an ambitious potential transfer move for RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba. Villa manager Unai Emery appreciates Lukeba's talents and considers the 21-year-old as an ideal candidate for a transfer in the upcoming January transfer window. Villa hope an early offer could fend off interest from other clubs.

Aston Villa is reportedly planning a highly ambitious move in the upcoming January transfer window for Castello Lukeba in an effort to resolve their defensive problems. Lukeba, who is a regular starter for RB Leipzig, is not intended to be sold by the club during the mid-season. It has been indicated that an exceptionally lucrative offer would be necessary to persuade Leipzig, who have valued Lukeba at £60 million. Should this deal materialize, it would see Lukeba become Villa's most expensive signing in history, overtaking Amadou Onana's £50 million transfer. Additionally, Real Madrid and Chelsea are said to hold an interest in Lukeba.

Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, has shown great interest in Lukeba due to his defensive qualities. Lukeba's potential development could provide the necessary solidity for Aston Villa to compete at the top of the league and possibly break into the Big-Six of the Premier League.