Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo is hopeful of signing Crystal Palace midfielder Mile Jedinak.

Sky Sports says Di Matteo has confirmed to the written media his interest in Crystal Palace midfielder Jedinak,

The Italian confirmed the Sky Bet Championship club had made contact with Palace over the Australian but stopped short of giving more details on the potential deal.

Villa are looking to strengthen midfield following Idrissa Gueye's departure to Everton.