According to reports in the Norwegian media, Aston Villa and Fulham had representatives watching the Europa League clash between Rosenborg and Real Sociedad.

Norwegian media outlet Aften Posten is reporting that scouts from Aston Villa, Fulham and Arsenal watched Rosenborg lose 1-0 to Real Sociedad on Thursday night in the Europa League.

It is unclear yet who both sides were scouting but it shows that both teams are showing intent already ahead of the January transfer window.

The two Championship clubs were present to watch the game in Norway with different approaches to the transfer window.

Aston Villa are likely to be hunting a striker after losing Jonathan Kodjia and Scott Hogan to injuries.

The strike duo join Rushian Hepburn-Murphy and Gabby Agbonlahor on the sidelines and with Ross McCormack out on loan, Keinan Davis is the only striker on their books at the moment.

Fulham, on the other hand, are likely to add a couple of new faces after a lacklustre start to the season.

Last season's play-off semi finalists are currently 14th in the table, although a win over high-flying Sheffield United could give them a much-needed boost.

The Verdict

While Arsenal might have been running the rule over youngster Mikel Oyarzabal, a 20-year-old winger who scored the only goal, it is unclear who Aston Villa and Fulham may have been looking at.

Aston Villa need a striker but are limited with their options given the Financial Fair Play rules.

Fulham, on the other hand, could do with new players in defence and up top.

Fulham and Aston Villa fans - Who might your team have been watching? Let us know below...