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The Prince of Darkness died on 22 July at the age of 76, with many Black Sabbath fans left devastated across the world

But we’ve got some movement today, not only thanks Alexander Isak dropping a bomb about broken promises at Newcastle (so if he goes, perhaps they will go for Jackson), but also thanks to a report from The Telegraph claiming that Aston Villa are “exploring the viability of a move” for the 24-year-old striker.

Aston Villa are exploring their attacking options with growing intent, and reports suggest they have turned their attention towards Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson. According to respected journalist Florian Plettenberg,

Aston Villa transfer latest as they're linked with a move for Barcelona defender Hector Fort in this summer window

Aston Villa FC have paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne at their first game of the new football season. The Black Sabbath singer played his very last show at the club’s home ground, Villa Park, on July 5, just 17 days before his death at the age of 76.

Aston Villa have held talks about signing one of Chelsea's wantaway starts this summer Aston Villa are the latest club to express an interest in Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson with the player ‘on the verge’ of leaving Stamford Bridge.

The departure of “one of our own” Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa to Newcastle United is “sad”, says former Villans boss Dean Smith. Ramsey has departed Villa Park for Newcastle in a transfer deal said to be worth up to £44m.

Aston Villa are eyeing Barcelona’s young right-back Héctor Fort this summer. Reports from MARCA in Spain suggested on Friday that the Villans have made contact for the player, and their intentions are clear. Aston Villa vs Newcastle United Match Review & Player Ratings:Villa Survive Red Card, Newcastle Still Searching for a Striker!

Nottingham Forest are exploring a deal to re-sign Aston Villa right-back Matty Cash. The 28-year-old is among Forest’s options as they look to strengthen the right side of defence. The club have also been pursuing a deal for Manchester City’s Rico Lewis.