Gossip: Villa target Llorente to strengthen defence

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery wants to bolster his defence with the January signing of Spain centre-back Diego Llorente from Real Betis, but the 31-year-old's long-term contract may prove an obstacle. (Football Insider)

Villa are also leading the race to sign Athletic Bilbao's Spanish attacking midfielder Oihan Sancet, 24, but are unsure whether to meet his 80m euros (£66.9m) release clause. (Caught Offside)

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