Report: Aston Villa want Adil Nabi

Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a January move for West Bromwich Albion youngster Adil Nabi.

The 20-year-old is highly rated at the Hawthorns, but his current deal expires at the end of this season and contract talks are said to have stalled in recent weeks.

According to Goal.com, Villa identified the forward as a target after he scored a hat-trick in a recent Under-21 fixture between the two sides.

It is understood that West Brom do not want to lose the youngster, but could be forced into a sale this month rather than risk the player leaving for nothing at the end of the season.

A number of other English clubs are said to be monitoring proceedings.