French club Marseille have entered into talks with Aston Villa midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye, according to RMC.

The 26-year-old moved to Villa last summer after spending five years with Lille, however, following Villa's relegation to Championship, he is now keen on returning to France.

Both clubs have started negotiations over a possible loan move as Villa are interested in letting the player leave to reduce their wage bill while they compete in England's second division.