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Jonathan Kodjia joins Aston Villa from Bristol City for £15 million

Jonathan Kodjia has joined Aston Villa from Bristol City in an £11 million deal which could rise to £15m.

Kodjia, 26, has signed a four-year contract at Villa, who were relegated from the Premier League last term.

The striker scored 19 goals in the Championship last season for Bristol City from 45 appearances.

Villa boss Roberto Di Matteo told the club's official website: "We are really pleased to have secured the services of Jonathan.

"He is a proven goalscorer and hopefully he'll play an important part in what we hope will be a successful season for the club.