Aston Villa eyes Dion Lopy; Castellón secures LaLiga playoff

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has targeted Almería midfielder Dion Lopy as a potential signing to strengthen his midfield for the upcoming Champions League campaign. The English club offered around €18 million, but Almería has set a minimum price of €25 million and rejected the initial bid, emphasizing the player’s age, contract length and potential.

In the Spanish second‑division promotion playoffs, Castellón beat Eibar 2‑1 to advance to the final stage, keeping their hopes of returning to the Primera División alive. Midfielder Beñat Gerenabarrena, on loan from Athletic Bilbao, featured prominently throughout the season, contributing two goals and an assist in 37 appearances.