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Aston Villa have announced that Lamare Bogarde has committed his future to the club. Bogarde has signed a new long-term contract at Villa Park, as announced on Monday.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Bogarde has been rewarded for his recent performances with a new long-term contract at Aston Villa. The 21-year-old will remain at the club until the summer of 2030, having signed a five-and-a-half-year deal. Bogarde joined Villa from Feyenoord in 2021 and has steadily progressed through the ranks. He made his breakthrough in the 2023-24 season and has gone on to make eight league appearances and four Champions League appearances for the team this season.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Bogarde, who had reportedly been linked with a move away from the club, expressed his delight over the new contract. The midfielder had one year remaining on his previous deal and has significantly improved his contract terms with the extension, affirming his commitment to Aston Villa’s ambitious project under manager Unai Emery.
DID YOU KNOW?
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has been impressed by Bogarde’s improvement since his arrival. The Dutch Under-21 international, versatile in both midfield and defensive roles, has shown significant growth in maturity and performance, which has made him a valuable asset for Villa.
WHAT LAMARE BOGARDE SAID
The midfielder told Villa TV: “It feels amazing to extend my stay at this beautiful club. I am really pleased. I love the club and playing at this level, so to get a new contract means a lot to me.”
WHAT NEXT FOR ASTON VILLA?
Aston Villa will play the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals against PSG on Wednesday before visiting relegated-Southampton on the weekend. For the Premier League, Unai Emery’s team sit in 7th position, 2 points behind 4th place Chelsea. Villa are also in the FA Cup’s semifinals, where they play Crystal Palace.
