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Aston Villa Complete the Signing of Danny Drinkwater on Loan Until the End of the Season

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Aston Villa have confirmed that Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater has moved to Villa Park on a loan deal until the end of the season.

Danny Drinkwater Moves to Aston Villa on Loan

Danny Drinkwater Will Add Depth in Midfield dor Aston Villa

The signing of Danny Drinkwater hints that Aston Villa are looking for extra reinforcements in midfield.

Dean Smith is currently without key midfielder John McGinn, after the Scotsman sustained an ankle injury in mid-December.

McGinn had adapted to Premier League life well after promotion from the Championship, registering three goals for the Villans in the first half of the season.

As a result, Smith is looking for a short-term option as a replacement. The Villa boss currently has just four recognised central midfielders available.

Unsuccessful Loan Spell at Burnley Not Putting Aston Villa Off

Danny Drinkwater has already had one loan spell this season.

The 29-year-old spent the first six months of the season on loan with the fellow Premier League club Burnley. However, it was unsuccessful, with Drinkwater making just two appearances in total.

Furthermore, his time with the Lancashire side was marred by an incident outside of a nightclub, which resulted him suffering an ankle injury, according to the BBC.

Another Chance at Success After Chelsea and Burnley Failures

The move to Villa Park offers Drinkwater another chance at success, after being deemed surplus to requirements at Chelsea and a failed loan at Burnley.

After joining Chelsea in 2017, the 29-year-old has made just 23 appearances at Stamford Bridge. He failed to make a Premier League appearance last season, and is not likely to get into the team under Frank Lampard.

As a result, another loan spell offers the chance for success once more.

Villa face Leicester City in the Carabao Cuo, before facing Manchester City in the Premier League.

 

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