Multiple reliable new sources are reporting that Aston Villa have submitted a concrete bid for Brahim Diaz. The forward remains under contract at Real Madrid, but the opening offer has opened the door for discussions between the two clubs - though it is unclear at this stage whether the current bid will be enough to tempt them to part with a prized asset. Newcastle, Tottenham and Arsenal remain in the background, but for now, Aston Villa are leading the way in ongoing talks. Aston Villa's current 1.5 goals scored per game is close to average. Brahim Diaz would be seen as someone to make them more dangerous and clinical in the box. Real Madrid have also been linked with Simon Adingra, Ruben Neves and Ayyoub Bouaddi while Aston Villa are reportedly monitoring Goncalo Ramos, Douglas Luiz and Can Yılmaz Uzun. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.