Aston Villa confirmed on Friday evening that 10 new scholars have joined the club, and a number of Villa fans have been reacting to the news on social media.

Villa have already bolstered their academy ranks his summer with the acquisitions of England under-16 captain Josh Feeney and Bournemouth’s Ajani Burchall.

They have now added a number of youngsters from different clubs, whereas others have progressed through Villa’s youth system (avfc.co.uk).

Goalkeeper James Wright has joined from Manchester City, full-back Jayden Barber from Fulham, Finley Munroe from Chelsea and Kyrie Pierre from Bristol Rovers.

Defenders Harvey Rhoades and Luke Softley, midfielders Todd Alcock and Mikell Barnes and forwards Charlie Lutz and Kobei Moore have all been rewarded for their displays coming through Villa’s academy.

Villa fans react

Villa shared the news about the 10 youngsters on their official Twitter page, and these fans of the club were quick to share their thoughts, with one describing the news as ‘exciting’.

"I love this club. The whole club is moving forward tremendously. Exciting times!"
Credit: @lVathan_
"Incredible work going into the academy"
Credit: @AVFCchats
"exciting times at this club"
Credit: @catrinedwards18
"Announce Champions League winners 2026/2027"
Credit: @MShauib1
"Love it"
Credit: @VillaVisionBen
"The future is bright"
Credit: @FCVillans

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