Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood admits he's listening to offers for Charles N'Zogbia.

Baniyas, of the UAE Pro League, have shown an interest in N'Zogbia in recent days, while he was linked with a return to France over the summer.

Sherwood said: "He is not going to play on a regular basis here so if something becomes attractive to him then we can have a conversation and will talk about it.

"Charles is a good lad, I have never had a problem with him. He is training with the group and he is applying himself very well. When I think it is time for him to get a place in the side he will.

"I was looking for experience from him last season and he certainly had that. He is still there and if I need him I know I can lean on him."