Aston Villa have reportedly opened talks with Chelsea over a potential move for French forward, Christopher Nkunku ahead of the Summer transfer window's deadline.
Softfootball understands that the 27-year-old is expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer after falling down the pecking order under Enzo Maresca last season.
Villa boss Unai Emery called for the club to make new signings following their disappointing 1-0 Premier League defeat to Brentford on Saturday August 23.