Ruggeri joins Aston Villa, says project enchanted him

Italy full-back Matteo Ruggeri swaps Atletico Madrid for Aston Villa, citing the club's project as irresistible.

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What happened. Matteo Ruggeri has officially joined Aston Villa from Atletico Madrid for €25m plus add-ons, after just one year at the LaLiga club.

• Ruggeri came through Atalanta's youth academy before moving to Atletico for €17m.
• He has three assists in 23 Champions League appearances.
• He is yet to play for Italy's senior team despite multiple call-ups.

“I was really enchanted by the project of the team, I know it’s a huge league with big expectations.”

— Matteo Ruggeri

Ruggeri hopes to continue impressing in the Champions League and win a trophy with Aston Villa.

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