The Telegraph says Aston Villa are entering the hunt for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher, 24.
Gallagher has been linked away from the London club for a some time. Newcastle United and Tottenham are also said to be interested.
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Chelsea want to sell the midfielder to avoid the risk of losing him as a Bosman when his contract expires in 2025.
Aston Villa are considering a swap deal with Chelsea for Gallagher - sending Ecuadorian striker Jhon Durn, 20, the other way.
At the same time, Villa have started talks about signing Ross Barkley, 30, from Luton Town.