Out of favour Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker could be offered a lifeline by Fulham.

Following his training ground bust-up with Villa boss Martin O'Neill, Reo-Coker's future at Villa Park has been questioned and now he could be on his way out.

It is believed that Cottagers boss Roy Hodgson is lining up a £3million deal for the 25-year old in the January transfer window after missing out in him in June.

O'Neill is said to be keen to recoup the £8million he paid West Ham for Reo-Coker two years ago but ill-discipline may see him offload the player for less.