Jhon Durán has signed a new contract with Aston Villa that will keep him at the club until 2030. The talented 20-year-old Colombian striker has been in impressive form, recently scoring a stunning winner against Bayern Munich in the Champions League. His performances, often coming off the bench, have significantly boosted his value, prompting Villa to secure his future with the club. Durán was previously linked with a move to West Ham during the summer, but he has now committed to Aston Villa for the long term.

Unai Emery revealed that Aston Villa aimed to exploit Manuel Neuer's tendencies as a sweeper-keeper during their impressive Champions League victory over Bayern Munich. Jhon Durán, who came on as a substitute for Ollie Watkins, scored a stunning late goal with a long-range lob, securing a memorable win for Villa. This victory marked a significant moment for the club, echoing their triumph over Bayern in the 1982 European Cup final held in Rotterdam. Emery noted that he had alerted his players to Neuer's habit of playing high up the pitch, which ultimately played a crucial role in their strategy.