Newcastle United risk missing out on MK Dons superkid Dele Alli.
The young midfielder was expected to move to the Toon this week after confirmation from MK Dons boss Karl Robinson.
However, the Daily Mail says Aston Villa have joined the race, with both Premier League clubs offering £4m rising to £5m and allowing Alli to return to Dons on loan for the rest of the season.
Robinson stated yesterday: "We know there has been communications with clubs. We hope we can do right by Dele and the club as well. I can't see him not wearing our shirt for the rest of the season. Part of the deal would be him staying with us for the rest of the season and joining whoever it is in the summer.
"There's no deal completely confirmed yet."
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