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Aston Villa have completed the signing of Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi in a record transfer deal for a Swiss player.
The 20-year-old joins Villa after an impressive World Cup and Europa League campaign, despite also attracting interest from Newcastle.
British media report the transfer fee exceeded £50 million (US$67 million), making it Villa’s record signing.
Manzambi scored three goals at the World Cup and was named Europa League Young Player of the Season before completing the move.