Aston Villa are preparing an offer for Egyptian star Mahmoud Trezeguet.

The attacker, who was named after the legendary French striker of the same last name, is enjoying a successful African Cup of Nations.

And The Sun claims that Villa could seal an £8 million deal to bring the Egyptian from Turkish side Kasimpasa.

Trezeguet operates as a winger at the Turkish club, netting nine goals in 29 league games last term.

Villa plan to use him in more central areas, but appreciate the versatility he would bring to the squad.

They hope to conclude a deal for the 24-year-old in the coming weeks.