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After releasing holding players Glenn Whelan and Mile Jedinak, a clear area for improvement ahead of a return to the Premier League for Aston Villa is directly in front of the back four.
Finding a defensive-minded midfielder could be crucial and in Kalvin Phillips, they’d have an ideal replacement for those who have left.
The Telegraph reported on Wednesday evening that the Villans had an interest in the Leeds man and were planning to bid £14m for his services.
It was a report that left fans of the club absolutely delighted as one of the most promising players in the Championship was the subject of interest.
One fan claimed that Phillips is exactly what’s needed in the middle of the park whilst another urged the club to give Leeds whatever they ask for, praising the quality of the 23-year-old.
A further supporter made reference to Jack Grealish, suggesting that their transfer target was the only player to have shut him out of a game. One individual even called him a juggernaut.
Phillips featured 44 times for Leeds last term, proving to be a versatile asset as he played in both central defence and midfield.
Here’s the best of the reaction.