Lucas Digne is in advanced negotiations to join Steven Gerrard's side, with the left-back expected to favour a move to Villa.
The arrival of Digne would be a coup for Villa, as they appear to have beaten off competition from other clubs for the France international's signing.
The personal terms between Villa and Digne are not expected to be a problem. The fee is likely to be between 20 and 25 million dollars.
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Lucas Digne wants to leave the club, according to the boss.
Digne's departure is expected this month after he had a public falling out with the manager.
Digne, who has 43 caps for France, asked to leave the club. He hasn't played since December 1.
Villa's move for the 28-year-old is further evidence of their ambition under the stewardship of Steven Gerrard, who helped to secure the eye-catching signing of his former team-mate Philippe Coutinho earlier this week.
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Digne was wanted by the Blues but they decided not to follow up their initial interest because of the knee injury that will keep him out for the rest of the season.
Digne joined the club from Barcelona in August of last year and has played over 120 games for the club.
Digne would bring creativity to Villa.
Sky Sports' Peter Smith.
If this deal goes through, Lucas Digne will leave the club in a manner that will be disappointing for the fans. He's been a key figure for them for the past three and a half seasons.
He's created more chances than any other player at the club and he's recorded more assists than any other player.
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson have created more clear-cut chances than any other defenders in the league.
It will be that creativity that will get the fans excited.
Lucas Digne edges Matt Targett in some key statistics this season.
Matt Targett picked up the players' player of the season prize last season after playing every game in the league for Villa.
Digne will bring competition for places this season, something boss Steven Gerrard is looking to encourage all over the pitch.
"After the significant money Villa invested in the summer and Philippe Coutinho's arrival, Digne would be another show of intent from Villa that they're looking to kick on..."
A banner calling for an exit from Rafa.
A banner in the away end called for his departure during the FA Cup third-round win at Hull on Saturday, but the manager insists he is not worried about his future at the club.
Pressure has risen on formerLiverpool boss Rafa Benitez after a run of form that has seen his team lose two of their last three matches.
The win was not enough to appease the fans, who displayed a banner that read "Benitez get out of our club" during the game.
When asked if he was worried, he said no. Problems that you try to fix are from a long time ago.
We have the same issues in the last three months, so you try to fix them.
I have experience doing that. I will do my best. Some fans will support the team if they know that. Staying behind the team is the main thing.
It's up to them if they don't understand some of them. I will try to do my best, be professional and be sure that we can improve what we have.
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