Aston Villa have made a move for West Brom defender James Chester.

The Express & Star says Villa have made an approach for out-of-favour West Brom defender Chester.

Middlesbrough are also in the hunt for the 27-year-old Wales international after their move for Hull City defender Harry Maguire collapsed.

Chester, who cost Albion £8m last summer, is the Baggies' most-expensive defender, but he has struggled to play in his preferred position under Tony Pulis.

Despite this, Pulis is not thought to be keen on selling the versatile player unless a replacement can be brought to The Hawthorns.