Aston Villa may have to make a decision regarding a potential loan offer for Lucas Digne, as reports suggest that Galatasaray is showing interest in the defender. With the recent addition of Ian Maatsen from Chelsea for £37.5m, Villa now has a surplus of options on the left side of defense, including Alex Moreno and Digne.
While it is important for Villa to have experienced cover, especially with the upcoming Champions League campaign, they also need to keep their squad size manageable. This means that either Digne or Moreno could be allowed to leave if the right offer comes along. Galatasaray, who recently lost Patrick van Aanholt and are in need of reinforcements in defense, seem to be interested in Digne.
However, one potential stumbling block could be the fact that Galatasaray can only offer a season-long loan for Digne, who still has two years left on his contract with Villa. This could make Villa hesitant to agree to a deal, as they may prefer a permanent transfer instead of a temporary solution.
Galatasaray’s need for a left-back was evident in their recent 5-0 defeat to Besiktas, where their lack of options in defense was exposed. Digne could provide the experience and quality they are looking for, but it remains to be seen whether Villa will be open to letting him go on loan.
Overall, Villa will need to weigh the benefits of keeping Digne as a backup option against the possibility of letting him go on loan to a club in need. The decision will ultimately depend on what is best for the team’s depth and competitiveness in both domestic and European competitions.