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James Bree: Aston Villa sign right-back from Championship rivals Barnsley

Championship side Aston Villa have signed defender James Bree for what Barnsley call a "substantial fee".

The 19-year-old, who made 61 appearances for the Tykes after coming through their youth system, has signed a four-and-a-half-year deal at Villa.

"I'm joining a massive club and hopefully I can bring something to this team," said Bree.

Villa owner Tony Xia intimated on Twitter that Bree would not be the only new face at Villa Park on Wednesday.

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