Aston Villa Secures the Future: Boubacar Kamara Signs New Deal Until 2030
Aston Villa Football Club has received a major boost ahead of the upcoming season with the announcement that star midfielder Boubacar Kamara has committed his long-term future to the club. The French international has officially signed a new contract that will keep him at Villa Park until the summer of 2030, a statement of faith in both the club’s direction and his integral role in its future.
Since joining from Olympique de Marseille in 2022, Kamara has rapidly established himself as a vital component of Unai Emery’s system. His ability to shield the back four, break up play, and initiate attacks from deep has made him one of the Premier League’s most admired young defensive midfielders. Despite enduring a spell on the sidelines due to injury, his importance to Villa’s midfield engine room has never been in question.
The new contract, which reportedly includes improved terms and performance incentives, reflects Kamara’s development as a leader on and off the pitch. Still only 25 years old, he is seen as one of the central pillars in Villa’s ambitious project under Emery and sporting director Monchi.
In a club statement, Kamara expressed his excitement about the extension:
I’m proud and happy to extend my journey with Aston Villa. From the first day I arrived, I’ve felt at home. The fans, the staff, the manager — everyone has shown belief in me. I believe in the vision of the club and I want to be part of what we’re building here.”
Kamara’s commitment comes at a crucial time for Villa. After a remarkable 2023/24 campaign, which saw the club finish in the top four and secure Champions League qualification for the first time in decades, keeping hold of their top talents was high on the agenda. Kamara’s new deal sends a strong message that Villa are no longer a stepping stone club — they are here to compete.
Head coach Unai Emery praised Kamara’s decision to stay and highlighted his value to the team:
Bouba is a key player for us — tactically intelligent, strong, and calm under pressure. He brings balance to our midfield and sets the tone with his work rate and discipline. Extending his contract is fantastic news for everyone associated with Aston Villa.”
Villa fans will be thrilled to see Kamara committing his prime years to the club, especially as interest in the midfielder had reportedly come from several European giants over the past year. Clubs in Italy, Spain, and his native France were believed to be monitoring his situation closely, but Kamara has now put all speculation to rest.
This extension also fits into Villa’s broader strategy of securing the core of their squad with long-term deals. With players like Ollie Watkins, Douglas Luiz, and Jacob Ramsey also tied down, the foundations for sustained success are clearly being laid. Kamara’s renewal stands as a symbol of that ambition.
As Villa prepare to juggle the demands of domestic competition and the Champions League next season, having Kamara locked in provides both stability and continuity in a key area of the pitch. His composure, positional awareness, and ability to transition play will be essential as the team takes on Europe’s elite.
In an era when player loyalty is increasingly rare, Kamara’s decision to extend his stay until 2030 is a refreshing reminder of what can happen when a club and a player share a common vision. With Kamara anchoring the midfield for years to come, Aston Villa supporters have every reason to believe that the club’sbest days are still ahead.