France's Kylian Mbappe with Marcus Thuram during training
Aston Villa have been in contact with the representatives of Borussia Monchengladbach forward Marcus Thuram.
The Lowdown: Impressive form
Thuram has been in fine form in Germany this season, contributing to 17 goals in 21 games. The France international has been playing as a centre-forward but is also able to turn out on the wing if required.
The 25-year-old is out of contract at the end of the current campaign, though, and it looks as if NSWE and Unai Emery are keen on a potential cut-price transfer.
The Latest: Contact made
Sports Witness relayed an update from FC Inter News regarding Thuram, where Villa were mentioned.
It is believed that Villa are one of four Premier League clubs who have contacted Thuram’s agent ahead of a potential free transfer, with Serie A side Inter Milan also interested in a deal.
The Verdict: Would be a coup
Thuram is valued at a whopping €32m by Transfermarkt, so securing his services for nothing could be a brilliant piece of business by Villa Park chiefs.
The club managed to win the race for Boubacar Kamara’s services in a similar transfer last year, and you can see how Thuram, described as ‘world class‘ by Wolfsburg sporting director Marcel Schafer, would fit in under Emery.
Villa have just Ollie Watkins and Jhon Duran as centre-forward options, so Thuram, who appears to be in the form of his life, could help take them to the next level in the final third, however, it could prove a tricky deal to complete with the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United keen.
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