Aston Villa signs 17-year-old striker Brian Madjo from Metz in $14 million deal

Aston Villa signed Luxembourg striker Brian Madjo from French club Metz on Monday to strengthen its attacking options.

Neither club disclosed the fee for Madjo. British and French media reported the deal was worth 12 million euros ($14 million).

Madjo, who completed the transfer on his 17th birthday, was born in North London and has represented England’s under-17s.

However, he has made three appearances for Luxembourg, all in friendly matches.

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Madjo came through Metz’s youth academy, signed a professional contract in the summer and made his senior debut for the team in August.

“He surpassed (everyone) in the U19s,” Metz coach Stéphane Le Mignan said in July, according to the Ligue 1 website. “His 13 goals in 26 games at this level – when he was just 15 years old – last season meant Metz didn’t want to wait.”

Villa described Madjo as an “exciting young prospect” and signed him, subject to international clearance.

Published on January 12, 2026