Financial troubles at Newcastle could see Aston Villa land transfer target Date published: Tuesday 20th July 2021 9:20 - Isaac Johnson Newcastle United’s financial woes could mean they miss out on transfer target Will Hughes, a report has claimed. The Watford midfielder is yet to sign a new contract with the Hornets despite being offered a five-year deal. Aston Villa are said to be favourites to land the former Derby County player should he decide to leave Vicarage Road, the The source says that any pursuit by Newcastle would be hampered by their ‘financial constraints’. It could mean that Hughes slips from their grasp as a result.