Traore returns to the Premier League after starting his career with Chelsea, where he spent three years with Villa's current assistant manager John Terry.
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Villa sign Lyon forward Traore
Aston Villa signed Burkina Faso forward Bertrand Traore from Lyon for a reported £17 million ($21 million) on Saturday.
Forward Bertrand Traore has joined Aston Villa from Lyon
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The 25-year-old's signing is another boost to Villa's attacking options after the arrival of Ollie Watkins from Brentford for a club record £28 million earlier this month.
"We're delighted that Bertrand has chosen to come to Villa," manager Dean Smith told his club's website.
"He's a player with immense talent who will really enhance our attacking options."
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Villa, who escaped relegation on the final day of last season, have also recently signed Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and Nottingham Forest right-back Matty Cash.
Smith's side kick off their Premier League campaign at home to Sheffield United on Monday.
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