Aston Villa look set to alleviate their defensive worries by making a move for former Spurs defender Steven Caulker, according to reports.

It is widely believed that Steve Bruce will offer the 26-year old a trial with a view to a permanent move after he left Dundee in the summer. He's looking for a route back into the game after showing much promise early in his career.

Villa's defensive issues have been well-documented, they lack a recognised centre half and have trialled Mile Jedinak there, as well as Manchester United loan player Axel Tuanzebe. Neither have looked convincing, but they are the only options following Tommy Elphick's loan move to Hull City.

With a possible move for Caulker, the Villa back four might take on a fresh, balance look. Here, FLW look at the possible new-look Villa defence, with Caulker in place.

Tuanzebe isn't a centre back, but he was trialled there against Blackburn. He should revert to a full back position and with the greatest of respect to Alan Hutton, right back seems the likeliest option.

Tuanzebe is young and agile, something that fits better with the rest of the defence. Hutton has been a good campaigner for Villa, but his lack of pace is worrying.

29-year old Taylor is a recognised left back and would likely feature on the opposite side to Tuanzebe.

He's an experienced professional and a full international with Wales and he should be one of the better players at this level.

Caulker would obviously take his place in the side, eager to rebuild his reputation this side of the border.

A good spell with Dundee is one thing, but doing it with a side like Aston Villa would be huge for his confidence.

He was a great centre half and class is permanent. If he can rediscover that under Steve Bruce he could become Villa's saviour.  One constant in the Villa back line has been James Chester and there's not a chance he drops out. He's a solid centre half, experienced and dependable.

It would be exciting to see him paired with Caulker, they have the potential to be a real bedrock on which Villa can build.