Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard supposedly wants to welcome Borussia Monchengladbach defender Matthias Ginter to the club this summer.
The Germany international is confirmed to be leaving the Bundesliga club when his deal expires in the summer, and he is not expected to be short of suitors.
Barcelona were linked with a move for Ginter at one stage before turning their attention to Andreas Christensen, while Inter Milan and Bayern Munich are now reported to have joined the race for the 28-year-old.
According to Sky Deutschland journalist Florian Plettenburg, Villa have also entered the chase for Ginter's signature, and talks have already taken place with his representatives.
Plettenburg adds that Ginter is yet to make a decision on his future despite Villa's interest, and he is waiting to hear what other offers may arrive before mapping out his next career move.
Ginter has started 26 Bundesliga matches for Monchengladbach this term, and the 46-cap Germany international has totalled 11 goals and five assists in 177 games for the club since 2017.
Ben Knapton
