Transfer talk surrounding Harvey Barnes is intensifying, with reports suggesting Aston Villa are monitoring the Newcastle forward closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Chelsea and Man Utd decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. So far this season, Aston Villa are averaging 1.36 goals scored per game (38 goals /28 games), close to the Premier League average. Harvey Barnes would be expected to help them push higher and add more variety in attack. Newcastle continue to be linked with Bazoumana Toure, Rafael Leao and Niccolo Pisilli while Aston Villa are also rumoured to be tracking Lucas Chevalier, Lamine Camara and Roony Bardghji. Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom and get the latest Aston Villa transfer news and rumours direct to your feed.