Aston Villa are 'getting closer' to completing the signing of Real Betis left-back Alex Moreno, according to a key update from reliable journalist John Percy.

The Lowdown: Moreno on Villa's radar

Villa have been linked with a number of names to improve the squad, including Vedat Muriqi and Weston McKennie, but Moreno is one of those who seems to be a genuine target.

Recent reports have suggested that the 29-year-old could easily become a Villa player in the January transfer window, coming in as competition for Lucas Digne.

Now, a fresh update suggests that the transfer is closer than ever.

The Latest: Move edging closer

Writing on Twitter, The Telegraph's Percy revealed that Villa's pursuit of Moreno has gathered further momentum:

"#avfc to continue talks with Real Betis over £12m deal for left-back Alex Moreno. Getting closer. Unai Emery also targeting a new winger as a priority this month."

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The Verdict: Shrewd piece of business

This is exactly the type of signing Villa need to make this month - someone with proven experience at a high level and who can enhance Emery's squad depth.

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Moreno has averaged 2.1 clearances and 1.8 tackles per game in La Liga this season, as well as registering three assists.

It now feels as though it is a matter of time until the Spaniard is a Villa player, in what is hopefully just one of several signings made in the coming weeks.