Manchester United have announced that they are to allow Axel Tuanzebe to join Aston Villa until the end of next year's league campaign according to The Sun. 

The defender is currently ruled out of action with a foot injury but is nearing a return to the first-team picture at the perfect time for Dean Smith.

The Villans are currently occupy one of the play-off places and will be keen to finish the season strongly as they target a return to the Premier League.

Tuanzebe has been hugely impressive in the early stages of his loan spell with Smith's side this season, and Manchester United are said to be pleased with the progress he is making.

Even if Villa are to win promotion to the top flight this season, the Red Devils are still willing to allow him to return to Villa Park next season.

It's safe to say that Aston Villa supporters were delighted with this latest update.

See the best of the reaction from Twitter below....