Aston Villa have made an approach to a Premier League side in order to sign a player that will solve an unfortunate problem.

The centre-back has emerged onto Aston Villa's radar, but they are not his only suitors - indeed, he could end up elsewhere in England or abroad.

Arteta's men had the chance to move level on points with rivals Tottenham before the match had kicked off

The pair are reportedly being tracked by a big European side, as their owners look to set about on a new era of the football club.

Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has been linked with the Man Utd job by one of his players and he has jokingly commented on the situation

The Gunners have released a statement after their appeal to have the Brazilian's red card at Wolves overturned was rejected by the FA

Saints are angry with two officials and have lodged an appeal after Bednarek's red card

The Southampton defender was sent off in their 9-0 drubbing for giving away a penalty, but it was a controversial call

Goalscorer Jan Bednarek also spoke to the press, and admitted Southampton gave Man Utd encouragement in their hopes of rescuing a result.

Mauricio Pellegrino has swooped on Lech Poznan to bring in his first player since being appointed Southampton manager.