Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran has been in electric form this season, catching the attention of big clubs like Chelsea. But despite all the transfer buzz, Duran isn’t going anywhere — for now.
Villa have locked down the 20-year-old forward with a new contract, keeping him at the club until 2030.
Duran has been a goal-scoring machine, netting six goals so far this season, including a crucial strike against Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
His impressive performances have earned him praise from Villa fans and left Chelsea reportedly willing to pay a staggering £80 million ($104m) to sign him.
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Chelsea’s interest sparks new contract for Jhon Duran
While the Blues were eyeing a potential swoop for Duran, Aston Villa made it clear they’re not ready to part ways with their star.
According to TEAMtalk, Villa slapped a hefty price tag on the striker, and former scout Bryan King hinted that this could lead to Durán demanding higher wages. "If he's worth £80 million, the player and his agent will want the wages to match," King explained.
Aston Villa is delighted to announce that Jhon Durán has signed a new contract with the club!
— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) October 7, 2024
With a new contract signed, it seems Villa recognize Duran’s growing value. However, whether they match his rising worth with a big wage bump remains to be seen. One thing is certain: with Chelsea lurking, Villa will need to keep their striker happy if they want him to stay long-term.
For now, Duran seems content, especially after scoring match-winners against Premier League rivals like West Ham and Everton. Villa fans will be thrilled to see him stick around, and Chelsea will have to look elsewhere — at least for now.
