Villa have announced centre-back Ezri Konsa has signed a new and improved contract, though a report claims he's just phase one of a two-part operation

The centre-back was forced off during the 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace and a scan has since revealed the extent of the knee issue

The Gunners are going to enter the market for one more centre-back in the summer and they could be benefited by similar plans elsewhere

Attacking talent was very much on show - but defensive stability not so much - as Aston Villa and Leeds produced a thrilling 3-3 draw

"We had a lot of the ball throughout the whole game. I felt that first half we should have killed the game, we dominated that half."

Dean Smith's men have a big plan in mind ahead of their third season since promotion back to the Premier League

The new contract will fend off reported interest from the likes of Liverpool and Tottenham

Agbonlahor labelled a quartet of snubbed English players "unlucky" after declaring "every single one of them" is better than the Spurs star.

The Villa man - said to be on the brink of big things - is reportedly being watched ahead of a possible summer swoop

"He’s comfortable with the ball, he can play out from the back and he’s got that pace which you need in international football."

The defender is also on the verge of an international call-up as his stellar season continues

Defender Ezri Konsa has described the chance to play Premier League football as "a dream come true" following his move to Aston Villa.

Arsenal are willing to pay £15million for a Brentford centre-back, according to a report.

A Charlton wonderkid is attracting attention from Everton and Liverpool - with the duo tipped to try and sign him before the window shuts.

Charlton boss Karl Robinson has admitted they expect to sell one of their prized assets in January amid interest from several PL clubs.

Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea are all following the progress of Charlton prospect Ezri Konsa.