Stephen Warnock could become a part of swap deal involving Christopher Samba from Blackburn Rovers. The defender has revealed his intention to leave Blackburn Rovers this month, following the controversial sacking of Sam Allardyce in December.
Although Steve Kean, the caretaker boss at Ewood Park, remains confident he can persuade the player to stay, a number of clubs, including Sunderland, are preparing bids to entice him.
The Daily Mail claims Gerard Houllier wants Samba in his Villa squad, and is willing to offer Rovers Stephen Warnock or James Collins as part of the deal.