Aston Villa are interested in Borussia Dortmund star Nuri Sahin.
Dortmund admit they face a battle to keep the Turkey international, revealing an approach from Real Madrid last week.
The Express & Star says Villa are also interested in signing Turkey international midfielder Sahin.
Sahin, free-scoring midfielder, has had a big influence on Dortmund's domination of the Bundesliga this season.
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