La Liga outfit Real Betis have sanctioned the departure of Johnny Cardoso to Atletico Madrid and want to replace him with Enzo Barrenechea this summer.

According to a report by Spanish outlet El Desmarque, La Liga club Real Betis are now plotting a raid on Aston Villa for Johnny Cardoso’s replacement. The Andalusian outfit want to sign Enzo Barrenechea to replace the United States International. It will be interesting to see if Aston Villa are prepared to let the player move on.

The youngster has not been an indispensable asset for them, and he is valued at €10 million. It remains to be seen whether Real Betis can get the deal done. The player will look to get his career back on track with regular football, and moving to Spain could be ideal for him. Recent reports have linked him with as many as five La Liga clubs.

Real Betis will be able to provide him with regular opportunities. Sitting on the bench at Aston Villa is unlikely to benefit him. Meanwhile, the West Midlands club will be looking to improve their squad this summer, and they should look to get rid of their fringe players and invest the proceeds into the playing squad.

Aston Villa will need to improve the team if they want to fight for European qualification next season. There is no doubt that they have a talented squad and a top-quality manager at their disposal.

The West Midlands outfit were competing in the UEFA Champions League last term and will be hoping to get back to that level once again. If they want to compete in the Champions League regularly, they need elite players. It remains to be seen whether they can get rid of the deadwood and bring in quality signings.

Barrenechea needs a fresh start

Meanwhile, Enzo Barrenechea is a talented player with a bright future, and he will look to get his career back on track with regular football in La Liga. Real Betis made it to the final of the UEFA Europa Conference League in the 2024/25 season, and they will be an attractive destination for the young midfielder. It remains to be seen whether he can establish himself as a key player for the club.

Johnny Cardoso was outstanding for the Spanish club, and his performances attracted the attention of multiple Europeans. Filling his void will not be easy, but the €10 million-rated Aston Villa outcast certainly has the talent to step up and deliver.