Sources: Aston Villa verbally agree Ian Maatsen deal

Maatsen has verbally agreed a contract extension with Villa after impressing this season; formal confirmation pending.

Aston Villa have reached a verbal agreement with left-back Ian Maatsen to extend his contract, sources told Football Insider. The 24-year-old Dutchman has impressed manager Unai Emery this season, playing every minute of Villa's last five games and starting seven Premier League matches.

His current deal runs until summer 2030, but the new terms represent a reward for his performances since taking over as first-choice left-back following Lucas Digne's summer departure. Villa fended off late interest from Manchester United during the transfer window.

With the verbal agreement in place, the deal now awaits formal finalisation and confirmation from both parties.