Chelsea are reluctant to allow striker Michy Batshuayi to leave in the January transfer window amid interest in a loan move from Aston Villa.
Goal can confirm that Villa have made an enquiry regarding the availability of Belgium international Batshuayi, with Dean Smith keen to bring him to Villa Park until the end of the season.
Smith was dealt a huge blow on New Year's Day as his preferred starting striker, Wesley, suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury against Burnley that is set to see him miss the rest of the season.