During the summer, Aston Villa showed interest in Michael Kayode and were ready to pay 20 million euros to acquire him. Fiorentina's sporting director Pradè revealed in the end-of-market press conference that he considered selling Kayode but decided against it, concerned about the reaction from Commisso.

There were reports that English clubs Aston Villa and Brentford showed interest in Michael Kayode. This was confirmed by Andrea Ritorni, head scout of Vigo Global Sport, during an interview with Radio FirenzeViola.

According to Fiorentina's sporting director Daniele Pradè, there were multiple offers for Michael Kayode in the summer. The main interested clubs were Aston Villa and Brentford. However, Fiorentina never seriously considered letting him go.

Aston Villa have been linked with Michael Kayode in recent months. Scouts have been sent to watch him in action.