A wide player is on the list of priorities, but Unai Emery needs to optimise Villa's attacking output through his No 10s

Preview the matchup between Aston Villa and Brentford FC with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

How & Where to Watch Aston Villa Vs Newcastle United? Live Stream Online, TV Channels & Expected Starting Lineups originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Aston Villa will host rivals Newcastle at home in their opening fixture of the Premier League.

Marco Asensio’s future at PSG is still up in the air after spending the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa. The Spaniard made a strong impression in the Premier League, though Villa initially chose not to trigger a permanent deal.

Newcastle United face Aston Villa in a Premier League match on Saturday, August 16, 2025 (8/16/25) at Villa Park in Birmingham, England.

Sources: Newcastle could be prompted to make a move for an Aston Villa forward if the Villans secure a Premier League transfer