Aston Villa have been linked with a move for the Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prowse, as per reports we covered yesterday.

The Midlands club recently agreed on a deal to sign Emiliano Buendia from Norwich City, and it seems that Dean Smith is not finished strengthening his midfield just yet.

The 26-year-old has been a quality Premier League player over the years, and he could prove to be a smart addition to Villa’s team.

They are missing a central midfielder with Ward-Prowse’s passing range and set-piece prowess.

Jack Grealish wins a few free-kicks due to his dribbling ability, and the Southampton star has the skills to cash in.

Southampton are not keen on selling Ward-Prowse, but Villa may attempt to change their stance with a significant offer in the coming weeks.

A move to Villa Park would be a step up in Ward-Prowse’s career, and he could be tempted to make the move. He would get to play alongside better players at a more ambitious club.

Some Villa fans are excited with the links to Ward-Prowse – here is what they had to say.

https://twitter.com/AvfcJxsh1/status/1401512022857109509s=20

Makes perfect sense if it comes off, another quality addition to the middle and more importantly a guy who knows how to strike the ball from a set piece. Buendia both footed, scores and makes goals, the jigsaw of what we lack is coming together

— twistedanimator (@Dazmills79) June 6, 2021

https://twitter.com/NCAVFC/status/1401511934093103104s=20

Free kicks for dayssss