By Aston Villa FC

Aston Villa is pleased to announce that George Hemmings has signed a new long-term contract with the club. 

Hemmings, who turned 18 last month, arrived at Villa from Nottingham Forest in January 2024, signing his first professional contract just three months later. 

The midfielder has impressed for both the club's under-18s and under-21s sides this season, as well as representing England five times at under-18 level. 

Academy Manager Mark Harrison said: "We are delighted George has signed a new long-term contract. This is great recognition for his development since he joined us.

"George is an athletic, very technical central midfield player who is very dynamic. He has represented England at youth level this season and has become a regular at 17 in our under-21s team, as well as playing consistently in our UEFA Youth League team and FA Youth Cup-winning team.  

"If George continues to work hard and remains focused, we will hopefully see him break into the first team squad in the coming years."

Congratulations, George!

George Hemmings