According to today's Mirror transfer live blog (09:23,) Gabby Agbonlahor could be offered the chance to stay in this country by three Championship clubs.

The former Aston Villa forward has been out in the cold for some time in all honesty with him struggling to force his way into Steve Bruce's plans.

Indeed, his contract gradually ran down and now he is unattached, looking for new employment.

3 clubs, then, are apparently looking at the striker from the Championship but they will have plenty to weigh up.

A good player on his day, he's unfortunately not had his day since about 2011 and whoever signs him will have to try and get the best out of him if they can.

It's safe to say, though, that the fans of the club where he ends up will surely need convincing that he's still got something to offer.

The Verdict

Agbonlahor will have a lot to prove wherever he ends up.

Gradually he became a part of the furniture at Villa but rather than pride of place in the lounge he was stuck under a load of boxes in the loft, unused.

His new fans will take time to warm to him if they do at all.

Thoughts, Villa fans? Let us know below!