Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish has hinted a deal is close for Manchester City goalkeeper Shay Given.
McLeish is optimistic of signing a new keeper to replace Brad Friedel in the near future with Given expected to complete a £3.5 million move from Manchester City.
He said: "We certainly need a keeper and we are making progress. We would like it to happen a bit quicker but we are moving forward."
Villa had an earlier bid for Given turned down last week.