The transfer mill is churning once again, with Aston Villa believed to be lining up a move for Ruud Nijstad, the defender from Twente. Sources close to the club suggest they are exploring options to reinforce their squad ahead of the run-in. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Barcelona decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. With only 27 goals conceded in 26 (1.04 per game), Aston Villa have been one of the stronger defences in the Premier League this season.. Ruud Nijstad would be asked to keep that standard and provide dependable cover when needed. Aston Villa have recently been linked with Castello Lukeba, Lucas Bergvall and Douglas Luiz while Twente have had no rumoured targets. Want to see how the story develops? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for more news and transfer rumours just like this one.