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Ashley Simon Youn born 9 July 1985 is an English footballer who plays as a winger or second striker for Aston Villa. Born and raised in Hertfordshire, Young started his career at Watford, making his first senior appearances in 2003 under the management of Ray Lewington. He became a first-team regular in 2004–05, and was one of Watford's key players in their promotion winning 2005–06 season. Young began Watford's 2006–07 Premier League season well, scoring 3 times, including a last minute, long-range strike against Fulham. In the January 2007 transfer window, three clubs made £5 million offers for him, but Watford rejected as well as a £7 million bid. An improved offer of £10 million from West Ham United was accepted. However, Young rejected the move, opting to wait for offers from clubs for whom relegation was not an issue. On 18 January 2007, Aston Villa had an £8 million offer rising to £9.75 million with add-ons, accepted—the club's record transfer fee.
