Luis Maximiano Linked With Transfer Rumors To Aston Villa

Luis Maximiano joined Almeria following Lazio's decision in August 2023 to loan him out with an option to buy, which could become mandatory based on specific performance targets. In March, Lazio had already listed Maximiano in their interim financial report (as of December 31, 2023), suggesting that Almeria might not fulfill the buyout obligation (especially as they were mathematically relegated and inclined to let the player depart).

Fresh transfer speculations have surfaced from Spain today, particularly from journalist and transfer expert Vicente Beltran, linking Maximiano to Aston Villa: "Aston Villa is eyeing Almeria's goalkeeper Luis Maximiano as their backup for the upcoming season. The 25-year-old Portuguese, currently on loan from Lazio, would be keen to step in for 'Dibu' Martinez."