Aston Villa could pull off a shock transfer in January when the transfer window opens.

The latest news has linked the Villa Park club with the signing of Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix.

The attacker is at the World Cup with Portugal, who are through to the last eight of the competition.

Now, a stunning report from Spanish outlet Marca states that Felix will leave Atleti in January or the summer.

The source adds that Villa are the team best placed to secure his signature.

Ex-Villarreal boss Unai Emery is newly installed as the Villa manager, which may help Villa secure the player's signature.