Aston Villa are closing on a deal for Sevilla fullback Marcos Acuna.

Sky Sports says Villa are pushing to sign Acuna today.

The Argentina international was also interesting Torino, Juventus and Lazio, but has agreed to make the move to Villa Park.

Villa football chief Monchi is key, having signed Acuna for Sevilla when sporting director.

Sevilla have already identified Stuttgart defender Borna Sosa as a replacement.