Aston Villa are closing in on a loan deal for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford before Monday's transfer deadline. Sources have told BBC Sport talks are at an advanced stage, but there is work to be done to finalise the move. The prospect of working with Villa boss Unai Emery is understood to be an attractive one for the 27-year-old.

Aston Villa are close to agreeing a deal to sign Marcus Rashford on loan from Manchester United. The proposed move has not yet been finalised as some details still need to be ironed out between all parties.

After a January full of speculation over his future where he was linked with a number of clubs across Europe, Marcus Rashford looks set to complete a loan move to Aston Villa ahead of tomorrow night’s transfer deadline.