Media reports claim that Aston Villa are keeping tabs on Eric Garcia, who currently plays as a defender for Barcelona. The move is still in the early stages, but interest appears to be growing. Aston Villa have laid out their intentions, but valuation and timing remain under debate. Newcastle, Tottenham and PSG are keeping tabs in case talks collapse or progress slows further. This season (26/27) Aston Villa have shipped 5 goals in 3 matches - 1.67 a game, which is well above the Premier League average. Eric Garcia would be expected to come in and help tighten things up at the back. Alongside this, Barcelona are said to be exploring Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, Nick Woltemade and Mirza Catovic with Aston Villa likewise connected to Pervis Estupinan, Amad Traore and Jean-Clair Todibo. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.