Samuel Iling Junior has rejected interest from Aston Villa in favour of a new long-term contract with Juventus, according to Football Insider.

The Lowdown: Iling Junior profiled

The 19-year-old is primarily a left-winger who can also operate from the right flank.

The Englishman moved to Italy from Chelsea in 2020 and appears to be making good progress, contributing to 29 goals in 58 for the Bianconeri's youth side.

He seems to be a potential star of the future, and it looks as if NSWE and Johan Lange wanted to bring him back to England.

The Latest: Iling Junior snub

Football Insider revealed on Saturday morning that Villa and their Premier League rivals Leeds United had made enquiries for Iling Junior.

However, he has turned down that interest, instead agreeing a new long-term deal in Turin.

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The Verdict: Senior signing a priority

It is good to see that Villa are always on the hunt for exciting youth additions, and who knows, a move for Iling Junior could still materialise in the future.

However, Unai Emery seems keen to bring in a new A-list senior forward at Villa Park, something which could be more important than a deal for the Juventus youngster, who has only played three times at first-team level.

It looks set to be another busy and exciting transfer window in the Midlands, and the hope is that Emery will take Villa to a level which will have players like Iling Junior desperate to join the club.