Victor Lindelöf Officially Joins Aston Villa

Victor Lindelöf signs with Aston Villa, marking his return to club football.

Key Points

  • • Victor Lindelöf has signed a two-year contract with Aston Villa.
  • • He was a free agent after leaving Manchester United where he made 284 appearances.
  • • Negotiations with Fiorentina fell through due to other required player sales.
  • • His lack of club affiliation led to his omission from the Swedish national team selection.

Victor Lindelöf, the Swedish defender, has officially joined Aston Villa after being a free agent following his departure from Manchester United. According to credible transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Lindelöf's new contract with the Premier League club is set for two years. The move comes after negotiations for a potential transfer to Fiorentina in Italy fell through, primarily because Fiorentina needed to finalize other player sales first.

During his time at Manchester United from 2017 to 2025, Lindelöf made an impressive 284 appearances. His free-agent status prior to this signing has led to his exclusion from the upcoming Swedish national team gathering, making the move to Aston Villa all the more significant as it restores his club affiliation.

This transfer marks a new chapter in Lindelöf’s career as he aims to establish himself in the Premier League again after a notable period with one of England's most renowned clubs.