Transfer talk surrounding Bailey Rice is intensifying, with reports suggesting Aston Villa are monitoring the Rangers midfielder closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. Crystal Palace and Ajax have not withdrawn their interest and could still influence the outcome. So far this season, Aston Villa are steady at both ends (1.38 goals scored per game, 1.24 goals conceded per game). The role for Bailey Rice would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Aston Villa have recently been linked with Youssouf Fofana, Enzo Le Fee and Alejandro Balde Martinez while Rangers have had no rumoured targets. Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for up-to-the-minute football transfer rumours and news from your club and beyond.