Aston Villa are optimistic they will be able to sign AC Milan goalkeeper Pepe Reina.

Dean Smith is desperate to sign cover in goals after Tom Heaton's season-ending injury.

Reports emerged on Wednesday that Villa were targeting former Liverpool star Reina.

And the Daily Mail says the Midlands club are growing increasingly confident they can get a deal done.

The 37-year-old will likely arrive on a short-term contract with an option to extend for a further year.