Patterson puts pen to paper on new deal

Aston Villa is pleased to confirm Travis Patterson has signed a new long-term contract.

Patterson, who joined the club at Under-9 level, signed his first professional contract in 2022 and has featured in Villa’s first-team matchday squad.

Academy manager Mark Harrison said: “We are delighted Travis has signed a new long-term contract as he is seen as a player with high potential.

“He has trained with the first team on a regular basis and has been part of the matchday squad previously.

“Having represented England at youth level a number of times and been at the Academy for a number of years, we look forward to him making that transition to the first-team squad.”

Congratulations, Travis!