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Aston Villa confirm signing of former Chelsea youth star Bertrand Traore from Lyon for £19m as Villains summer spending spree hits £84million in bid to avoid another season of struggle

Aston Villa have confirmed the £19million signing of Lyon forward Bertrand Traore.

The 25-year-old has signed a three-year contract at Villa Park and is the club's fourth major arrival of the summer to take their total spend to £84m.

Dean Smith said: 'We're delighted that Bertrand has chosen to come to Villa. He's a player with immense talent who will really enhance our attacking options.'

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Aston Villa have signed Traore from Lyon for £19million as their summer spending continues