Aston Villa will be keeping an eye on the performances of Watford winger Ismaila Sarr for Senegal at the World Cup, according to journalist Ed Aarons.
The Lowdown: Sarr impressing for Watford
The 24-year-old stayed put at Vicarage Road during the summer despite the Hornets' relegation to the Championship and he has continued to thrive for the club, with Villa initially agreeing a deal to sign him at one point.
Sarr has scored five goals and registered four assists in the league so far this season and he will be hoping to star for Senegal at the upcoming World Cup. He already has 10 goals in 47 caps for his country and will likely start for them at the tournament.
The Latest: Villa to scout Sarr at World Cup
Speaking to GiveMeSport, Aarons backed Villa to be one of the clubs tracking Sarr's performances in Qatar as they eye up a potential move for him.
When asked if he thinks Villa will be scouting the winger at the World Cup, The Guardian reporter said:
"Yeah, I would definitely say so. I know Crystal Palace have had a lot of interest in him, and obviously, Man United a couple of years ago tried to get him on loan on transfer deadline day.
"So, I wouldn't be surprised if he is in the sights of other clubs, bigger clubs as well, eventually, if the price comes down.
"But maybe it'll be a move to a smaller club in the Premier League first and then to a bigger club, but I honestly think that he's good enough to play for one of the top clubs."
The Verdict: Could be a worthy target
Sarr could be a great squad addition for new Villa manager Unai Emery, giving them a fresh option in attack and giving them the natural width that they are lacking on the left.
The likes of Philippe Coutinho and Emiliano Buendia can operate in that position but they lack the Watford man's pace, power and natural width there.
Ben Foster has described his former team-mate as a 'freak' and a 'game-winner', such is his ability; and at 24, the prime years of Sarr's career should be arriving soon.
How great would it be if he spends those at Villa Park...