West Ham United youngster Jordan Spence is attracting rival Premier League interest.
The Mirror says Spence is a target for Aston Villa and Newcastle.
England under-21 defender Spence, 20, has been offered a new deal at Upton Park as his contract expires at the end of the season.
But Villa and Newcastle are watching developments closely after Spence - who has been on loan at Bristol City - got an England call-up to reward his progress.
Villa and Newcastle would have to pay compensation if they can persuade Spence to leave with West Ham.
