Villa Park emerges as reported rival to Champions League final venue in Turkey
Villa Park has emerged as a potential venue for the Champions League final. Picture: Rui Vieira
Aston Villa have reportedly offered to host the Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea amid ongoing doubts about the suitability of the match being played in Turkey.
The all-Premier League affair is currently scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 29 at the Ataturk Stadium in Istanbul.
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