"Villa are..": Transfer insider drops big AVFC summer claim that supporters will love - opinion

Aston Villa could be set to make another addition from Ligue 1 outfit Marseille, following the recent signing of Boubacar Kamara…

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, journalist Ryan Taylor has revealed that the young Frenchman could be joined at Villa Park by former team-mate Duje Caleta-Car. The Midlands outfit are believed to be keen on a deal for the 25-year-old, who is potentially set cost in the region of £15m.

Having been asked about other potential centre-back targets, namely James Tarkowski and Joe Gomez, Taylor also threw the Croatian’s name into the mix, saying: “I think Marseille’s Duje Caleta-Car as well.

“He was one of the players Gerrard was watching when he was pictured at the Velodrome recently; went to watch Marseille versus Nantes. I think Villa are quite clear in what they’re trying to do.”

As the respected transfer insider mentioned, Villa manager Steven Gerrard had reportedly been watching the Croatian centre-back in action at the Stade Velodrome in April, with the club seeking a new defensive recruit.

That potential bargain addition would no doubt go down well with Villa supporters, with Caleta-Car – whose existing deal expires next summer – having caught the eye after an impressive few seasons in France.

Plucked from Red Bull Salzburg on a €19m (£16.2m) deal in 2018, the 22-cap international has gone on to make 128 appearances for his current club in all competitions, while also reportedly coming close to joining Liverpool in January 2021.

As for the 2021/22 campaign, the 6 foot 4 brute recorded a string of standout statistics, averaging 2.1 clearances, 0.8 tackles and 0.9 interceptions per game in Ligue 1, while also winning a remarkable 71% of his duels.

The £14.4m-rated gem has also excelled in possession,