Aston Villa are in talks to sign Hearts midfield prospect Ewan Simpson.
The Scotland youth international has attracted a number of enquiries following outstanding performances for his country and Hearts U18s but Villa are making a concerted effort to entice him south of the border.
Hearts have still to agree terms for any compensation deal but Villa have made it clear they wish to sign him.
Simpson is still only 15 but has impressed playing under coach Steven Naismith with his side reaching the Scottish FA Youth Cup final.