Aston Villa accused of making two baffling transfer decisions this summer

Emery will now need his new signings to settle quickly as Villa look to improve their disappointing start to the season.

Jackson’s goals could ultimately justify the investment, but there are already questions surrounding Villa’s recruitment strategy.

The striker has the talent to succeed under Emery, and his manager knows him from their time together at Villarreal. If he can find consistency, the criticism surrounding the transfer could quickly disappear.