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Goodbye Barça, he's got it done with Aston Villa and Hansi Flick doesn't even flinch: 'Me...'

The signing that was rumored for Barça changes course and goes to another team, as the club has other priorities.

The transfer market always brings news that shakes the football landscape. This time, the story features Marco Asensio, a player who has been linked with both Barcelona and Aston Villa. Despite the rumors and interest from several clubs, Asensio seems to have his future clearer than ever.

The end of his time at Real Madrid

Marco Asensio, one of Real Madrid's most talented players, saw his prominence decrease in recent seasons. Last summer, the club decided not to renew his contract, which opened the door to new destinations.

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Asensio and his departure from Madrid | Getty Images

Although he had a renewal offer, the salary proposed by Madrid didn't convince him. With a still young career, Asensio considered options, including Barcelona, thanks to his agent Jorge Mendes and his relationship with Laporta.

Goodbye to PSG

Marco Asensio's stint at PSG was seen as a great opportunity, but the reality wasn't as bright as expected. Marco Asensio's time at PSG seemed like a great opportunity, but the reality didn't meet expectations.

Despite the welcome in Paris and the high competitive level of PSG, Asensio's season wasn't entirely satisfactory. Although he had some standout moments, the player didn't manage to achieve the consistency or prominence he had anticipated. The internal competition in the team, with great figures, made it difficult for Asensio to find his space, and in the end, his performance didn't meet expectations.

Aston Villa and its bet on Asensio

The English club, which has been making efforts to improve its team, has identified Marco Asensio as a key piece for its ambitions. In fact, Aston Villa has managed to close a deal with the player, who has accepted a contract that will allow him to continue in a competitive league like the Premier League.

This signing reinforces the Villans' strategy of attracting international talents and establishing themselves as one of the elite English teams.

Meanwhile, Hansi Flick has been clear in his stance on Marco Asensio. "I don't care, I want Doku, Rashford, Leão, and Sané." This makes it clear that Asensio isn't in his plans.