Latest Aston Villa news from Birmingham Live as Liverpool and Newcastle are said to be interested in Jaden Philogene

Liverpool have been linked with a shock move for Aston Villa’s Jaden Philogene.

The 21-year-old spent last season on loan at Championship side Cardiff City where he scored five goals to help the Bluebirds avoid relegation after a strong second half of the season.

And Philogene carried over his fine form at the Welsh club to Villa having been in fine form for Unai Emery’s side during their pre-season tour of the US. He started all three games in the Premier League Summer Series.

His performances are said to have attracted attention from elsewhere, with Anfield Watch claiming that Liverpool have held talks with Philogene’s agents during the current window.

It is claimed that manager Jurgen Klopp is enticed by the Villa star’s versatility and seemingly feels that he would be a smart addition to his senior ranks. However, they are unlikely to have a free run to secure his signature, with Newcastle United also said to be interested.

However, it is said that Villa are likely to put up a fight when it comes to their bright academy prospect. But Klopp may call in a favour from the Villans after shelving a long-standing interest in Tielemans to leave Villa with a free run earlier this summer.

It remains to be seen whether their seamless acquisition of the former Leicester City midfielder will be enough to give the Liverpool boss what he wants.