Lucas Digne inexplicably but helpfully reminds us all what an actual handball looks like
There you go, UEFA. *That’s* the kind of handball that should result in a penalty. Thank you for your service, Lucas Digne.
Lucas Digne
Newcastle defy Villa injustice after ‘one of the worst decisions’ Rooney has ‘ever seen in football’
Without the ‘comfort blanket’ of VAR, Newcastle’s win over Aston Villa was defined by a ‘lazy’ refereeing display and ‘one of the worst decisions I’ve ever seen’.
Aston Villa ‘raise’ offer for Barcelona star as ‘all green lights’ given for another Villans deal
According to reports, Aston Villa have decided to ‘raise’ their offer for a Barcelona star who has been on Unai Emery’s radar for several months.
Atletico Madrid have ‘opened talks’ in potential double Aston Villa transfer raid
Atletico Madrid are reportedly ready to step up their interest in two Premier League players in a double raid for a pair of older heads
An XI of shock opening weekend starters who will be replaced by new signings soon, including West Ham pair
Robert Sanchez is already due for his annual cull from the starting line-up, while Ipswich and West Ham will both drop a couple of players for new signings.
Sheffield United agree £18.5m fee for Archer as Aston Villa prepare for £25m defender bids
Newly-promoted Sheffield United have agreed a deal to sign Aston Villa forward Cameron Archer for £18.5m, according to widespread reports.
Emery ‘tells’ Aston Villa ‘to accept offer’ for £25m man as they ‘discuss’ swap deal with Prem rivals
Unai Emery has reportedly told Aston Villa that he would like them to ‘accept an offer’ for former Everton defender Lucas Digne this summer.
Unai Emery to ditch £25m Aston Villa man as he’ll ‘listen to offers’, with next club named
Aston Villa will reportedly ‘listen to offers’ for Lucas Digne, who they paid £25million for last year, as Unai Emery looks to ‘stamp his mark’ on his squad.
Ruthless Emery prepared to rid Aston Villa of Gerrard signing in favour of new star
Unai Emery is reportedly ‘not a fan’ of Aston Villa full-back Lucas Digne, and will ‘seriously consider’ selling him ‘if an appropriate offer arrives this summer.’
Agbonlahor urges Aston Villa to keep faith with star amid links to departing Arsenal man
Gabby Agbonlahor feels Aston Villa should keep the faith with Lucas Digne and Alex Moreno amid Kieran Tierney links, as the club shouldn’t “have to worry about that position for ...
Digne slams Rafa’s ‘bad philosophy’ at Everton, says he was ‘proved right’
The Frenchman left Everton in the January transfer window…
Digne hails Gerrard influence in joining ‘amazing’ Aston Villa
“I grew up in France watching him as a player. He is not only a legend in England. Everybody knows his name.”
Benitez ‘surprised’ by Everton sack as stars ‘buckle under fan pressure’
The Toffees board decided to fire the Spaniard on Sunday…
Aston Villa confirm signing of left-back Digne from Everton
Lucas Digne joins in a deal rising to £25m after falling out with Everton boss Rafa Benitez.
Digne breaks silence to accuse ‘one person’ ahead of £25m exit
Lucas Digne won’t be dragged into a slanging match. But also blames ‘one person from outside’ for all this.
Aston Villa agree £25m fee for reported Chelsea, Newcastle target Digne
The left-back is set to undergo his medical on Wednesday…
Gerrard pull cited again as Villa beat Chelsea to £25m deal
Everyone wants to play for Aston Villa now Steven Gerrard is manager. Poor Dean Smith.
Gossip: Spurs trio to depart while Newcastle eye Prem striker
Spurs’ record signing could be one of three players on their way out, while Newcastle want to weaken a relegation rival…
Villa handed boost in pursuit of Digne after major development
Digne is out in the cold at Everton after a row with Rafa Benitez prior to December’s 2-1 win over Arsenal.
Benitez reveals Chelsea and Newcastle-linked star has asked to leave
“Do we want to grow and improve or just to manage the egos?”
Gossip: Coutinho to Liverpool; Chelsea linked with eight
Philippe Coutinho is back in the gossip as Liverpool are linked, while Chelsea want Aurelien Tchouameni.
Gossip: Chelsea eye left-back trio; Everton return for ex-England ace?
Chelsea are looking at left-backs from Everton, Ajax and Barcelona to replace the injured Ben Chilwell…
Pundit believes ‘desperate’ Newcastle will ‘pay over the odds’ for PL star
“There’s [no one] they won’t be willing to consider in January – and they’ll probably end up paying over the odds.”
Everton keen to offload ‘several players’ in January window
Digne, Tosun and Delph have been namedropped as Everton are keen to offload ‘several players’…
Chelsea to battle PL clubs for Everton outcast in January
Digne is said to have fallen out with Everton boss Rafa Benitez and the club have already agreed a deal for his replacement.
Romano reveals Everton closing in on Digne replacement
Lucas Digne could be set for a departure from Everton as replacement set to join.
Pundit calls for ‘exceptional’ Everton to return this weekend
“He’s been exceptional since the time that he joined Everton… He’s got that attacking presence you need.”
Benitez insists dropped Everton star must put team ahead of himself
Digne was left out of the Everton squad for the win over Arsenal.
Report reveals Everton player’s ‘fractious’ relationship with Benitez
The duo had a “disagreement in Spanish” before Everton’s clash versus Arsenal on Monday night…
Digne withdraws from France squad with hamstring injury
The Everton defender will miss Sunday’s final against Spain…