Media reports claim that Aston Villa are keeping tabs on Brian Brobbey, who currently plays as a forward for Sunderland. The move is still in the early stages, but interest appears to be growing. Sunderland, Lille and Rennes have not withdrawn their interest and could still influence the outcome. So far this season, Aston Villa are averaging 1.35 goals scored per game (42 goals /31 games), close to the Premier League average. Brian Brobbey would be expected to help them push higher and add more variety in attack. Aston Villa have recently been linked with Archie Gray, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Marcus Thuram while Sunderland have had no rumoured targets. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.