Aston Villa have made an approach for Juventus midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur.
The Uruguayan has become a prominent target for Villa as they seek a holding player and Sportsmail understands discussions are underway.
Bentancur has made 18 appearances in Serie A this season but Juventus are willing to listen to offers as they try to rebalance their squad over the coming transfer windows.
Rodrigo Bentancur has made 18 appearances in Serie A this season, registering two assists
Still only 24, Bentancur joined Juve from Boca Juniors five years ago and has held his own in Turin, helping them to seven major trophies including three Serie A.