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DONE DEAL: Aston Villa sign midfield pair Jimoh and Borland

Aston Villa have added two new prospects to their academy.

Midfielders Jamaldeen Jimoh and Aidan Borland have arrived from West Bromwich Albion and Celtic respectively.

Villa academy manager Mark Harrison said: “Jamaldeen is a good ball manager who can be effective in and around both penalty boxes. We are delighted Jamal has joined us as there was a lot of competition for his signature.

“We look forward to working with Jamal and supporting him to fulfil his potential."

On Borland, Harrison added: “Aidan is very dynamic and can manage the ball effectively. We are very pleased Aidan has joined us, as we know there was a lot of interest in him.

“The staff are very much looking forward to working with him and helping him develop into a future first-team footballer."

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