Belgian prospects Fernandez-Pardo and De Cat draw Premier League interest

Aston Villa are monitoring 21‑year‑old Belgian winger Matías Fernández‑Pardo, currently at Lille, after his brief World Cup appearance. The club’s scouts admire his speed and versatility, and Villa could consider a bid this summer, with rivals such as Newcastle United and Liverpool also linked to the player.

Meanwhile, 17‑year‑old Belgian defensive midfielder Nathan De Cat of Anderlecht has attracted attention from Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United, who are reportedly prepared to meet a €40 million price tag. German clubs, including Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, are also monitoring his progress. Both Premier League sides view the teenager as a long‑term solution in midfield.

The two separate transfer rumours highlight a growing trend of English clubs targeting young Belgian talent as they plan for future squad upgrades.