Aston Villa have moved into pole position to secure the signature of rising Moroccan star Yanis Benchaouch, submitting a concrete offer for the AS Monaco goalkeeper ahead of the summer transfer window.

As first reported by AfricaFoot, the Midlands club has transitioned from mere interest to decisive action.

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Villa have reportedly tabled a five-year contract featuring a net annual salary of €850,000.

In a move designed to smooth over negotiations with Monaco, where Benchaouch has officially declined a professional contract, Villa has included a significant future sell-on clause to avoid a lengthy dispute over training compensation.

Aston Villa leading the race but face stiff competition

While Unai Emery’s side is leading the European charge, they face a massive financial threat from Qatar.

Al Gharafa has entered the fray with a staggering package worth $1.2 million per year, supplemented by an annual signing bonus of $300,000.

The race for the 19-year-old does not end there. The report reveals that Benchaouch is currently on the “wish list” of ten different clubs.

Premier League rivals Bournemouth remain interested after a failed winter bid, while Serie A giants Inter Milan,...