The transfer mill is churning once again, with Aston Villa believed to be lining up a move for Archie Gray, the midfielder from Tottenham. Sources close to the club suggest they are exploring options to reinforce their squad ahead of the run-in. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Chelsea, Man Utd and Dortmund decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. So far this season, Aston Villa are steady at both ends (1.35 goals scored per game, 1.19 goals conceded per game). The role for Archie Gray would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Alongside this, Tottenham are said to be exploring Noah Atubolu, Sehrou Guirassy and Niccolo Pisilli with Aston Villa likewise connected to Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Marcus Thuram and Waldemar Anton. Looking for Aston Villa transfer rumours? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for more rumours just like this.