Aston Villa have had a £25m bid for Southampton captain James Ward-Prowse rejected.
Villa have firmed up their interest in England central midfielder Ward-Prowse but seen their opening offer rebuffed.
Southampton are determined to hold onto Ward-Prowse who last year signed a new five-year deal tying him to the St Mary’s club until 2025.
Aston Villa are keen on bringing James Ward-Prowse in, having their first £25m bid rejected
The midfielder was so strong last season that he was pushing to be in the England Euros squad
Though Villa have money to spend and are weighing up an improved offer to test Southampton’s resolve a second time.