Aston Villa are set to get a financial boost with owner Tony Xia locked in talks with a Middle East group who are prepared to invest in the club.

Recent reports have shown that Villa need to raise significant funds by the end of the month with tax bills and wages due to be paid.

And, Birmingham Live have revealed that a the new group have made a move to buy the club.

The report also adds that they are prepared to go for varying levels of control and a deal could be concluded in the coming week.

Whilst other groups are also interested in the West Midlands club, the Middle East group are the preferred bidders and negotiations are at an advanced stage. Xia had recently flown back to the UK as he looked to sort Villa's dire situation.

The club have so far managed to hold onto their key men, with Tottenham not making an acceptable offer for Jack Grealish, whilst Stoke City had a bid rejected for James Chester.

The Verdict

Things are clearly going on frantically behind the scenes at Villa Park and fans will be delighted that it's finally coming to an end.

Xia has to do something and the only option appears to be relinquishing full control and that's what will happen, with the Middle East group closing in on a deal.

Now, it's about finalising this deal and trying to bring some stability to the club.

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