Baturina shines as Como reject Aston Villa's €55m bid

Como's decision to reject a €55m bid for Martin Baturina looks justified as the Croatian stars in their Champions League debut.

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What happened. Como rejected a €55m bid from Aston Villa for Martin Baturina last summer, and the Croatian has started the season strongly with three goals and two assists in four games. He was named UEFA's MOTM in Como's 4-1 win over RB Leipzig, scoring and assisting in their first-ever Champions League match.

• Baturina scored Como's first-ever Champions League goal in the 15th minute.
• He assisted Anastasios Douvikas in the 38th minute to double the lead.
• Como valued Baturina at €80m, according to TMW.

Baturina's form could attract further interest, but Como's high valuation may deter suitors.

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