Following multiple reliable reports that Gremio have accepted a bid from Aston Villa for Alysson Edward Franco da Rocha - discussions over personal terms are said to have begun as all parties look to finalise the move in the coming days. The forward is open to the move, and if talks proceed smoothly, the transfer could be confirmed in the coming days - which would see the buying team secure one of their top targets and put their rivals on notice. Negotiations are still active, and with no other teams linked, Aston Villa appear to have a clear path to completing the deal. So far this season, Aston Villa are averaging 1.47 goals scored per game (22 goals /15 games), close to the Premier League average. Alysson Edward Franco da Rocha would be expected to help them push higher and add more variety in attack. Speculation continues to connect Aston Villa with Mikel Jauregizar Alboniga, Callum Wilson and Nathan De Cat while no fresh rumours surround Gremio. Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom and get the latest Aston Villa transfer news and rumours direct to your feed.