Ramsey is edging closer to a permanent move to Newcastle in a blow to Villa, however his exit could open up a return for Marco Asensio – who impressed at Villa Park last season. While there is understandable disappointment at Ramsey’s departure, if it can free up room for Asensio and ensure Rogers remains at Villa, it could be a necessary sale.

Unai Emery and Villa have been hamstring by the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR), and have enjoyed a quiet window so far after their hectic winter. Things surely would’ve played out differently had they usurped Newcastle in the table on the final day.