Aston Villa are in talks with Sheffield United for fullback Kyle Naughton.

While Tottenham and Everton are battling for the defender, the Daily Star says Villa boss Martin O'Neill has already told the Blades he will meet their asking price and loan him back to the Blades next season.

The one thing that is certain is that Naughton will not be a Sheffield United ­player next season, after making 40 appearances for the club.

Blades boss Kevin Blackwell is disappointed to be losing him.

He said: "If you look at how well Kyle has done, you can see why he is the hottest property outside of the top flight.

"We are faced with losing the best right-back in the Championship."