Aston Villa raid West Brom academy again
Villa have lured former Baggies youngster Fin Thorndike to the club on a free transfer.
The 19-year-old, who has been training at Bodymoor Heath and has featured for the under-23s in the Premier League 2 and EFL Trophy recently, has now signed a deal with the club.
Academy manager Mark Harrison said: “Finley is an attacking creative midfielder who has been training with us for the last weeks having become a free agent in the summer. He has played in our last four under-23s games and, having performed well, has now signed a contract with us. We look forward to seeing how Finley develops.”
Meanwhile, new first team coach Aaron Danks insists he is raring to go after joining from Anderlecht.
He said: “Absolutely delighted to have been given the opportunity to coach and represent Aston Villa. Look forward to giving every ounce of enthusiasm and passion on the grass.”
