Yves Bissouma is drawing interest from Aston Villa as Steven Gerrard looks to further bolster his side after picking up Philippe Coutinho on loan... with wantaway Everton full-back Lucas Digne also on the radar at Villa Park

Aston Villa have expressed an interest in Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma who is also a potential target for Newcastle United.

Bissouma is in the last 18 months of his contract and is open to a move away.

Villa have Marvelous Nakamba injured for three months while Douglas Luiz is approaching the final 18 months of his contract.

Bissouma is currently on duty with Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon and his performances in the winter tournament will only increase speculation over his future back in England.