Out-going Manchester City star Kevin de Bruyne has been linked with a surprise move to another Premier League team.
The Belgian's time with the Cityzens will come to an end in June when his contract expires and he will be free to join any club on a free transfer.
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According to Sky Sports, Aston Villa have now held internal discussions over signing the Belgium international when the transfer window opens in July.
The report adds that Villa could face competition from Serie A outfit Como, who are also looking to add some experience to Cesc Fabregas' side.
However, former Villa star Gabriel Agbonlahor feels there is now way the Premier League outfit could sign a big-name player like De Bruyne.
“No, Villa cannot be paying another £300k a week contract, we just can’t do that," Agbonlahor told TalkSPORt.
“Our wage bill is not far off what we bring in revenue-wise.”
Reports in England also claim that Villa's transfer window is dependent on whether they finish in the UEFA Champions League places.
Unai Emery's charges currently sit seventh on the Premier League table, two points adrift of the top five with five matches left to play.
