Aston Villa will be looking to put together a fine run of form before the end of the season as they aim to hunt down the top six.

You cannot count them out right now but you have to admit that they need to find a way to get more goals and bring in more wins on the bounce than they are.

In a boost to that and their top six prospects, then, Jack Grealish is nearing a return and could well be back in action before the end of the month.

Indeed, this update comes via John Percy on Twitter:

The midfielder is one of the best in the league on his day and they have missed him greatly.

When he's in the side he brings the midfield and the attack together with his obvious talent and Villa have struggled without that.

The Verdict

This is a massive boost for Villa - anyone can tell you that.

Grealish is a top player and having him available for the side is a big boost for Dean Smith as we approach the most crucial games of the year.

The sooner he is back, the better for them.