Targett completes move to Aston Villa

Aston Villa  have competed the signing of Matt Targett from Southampton.

Fulham were keen to buy Targett, 23, this summer, although they did not make a formal bid prior to Villa having an offer for the left-back accepted. 

He has joined the newly promoted club for £14m, potentially rising to £17.5m with add-ons.

Targett played a key role in Fulham’s promotion to the Premier League when he was on loan from Southampton during the second half of the season before last.

Fulham wanted to buy him last summer but were unable to agree a deal with Southampton and Targett stayed at St Mary’s

Fulham reignited their interest in the player, with manager Scott Parker looking to revamp his squad following the Whites’ relegation back to the Championship.

However, Targett has been given the chance to play top-flight football next season and Fulham are looking elsewhere.