Aston Villa are ready to bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis McGugan.
The Mirror says Gerard Houllier is lining up a £3million bid for Nottingham Forest sensation Lewis McGugan.
Aston Villa boss Houllier will battle West Brom and Fulham in a chase to sign the exciting midfielder in the New Year.
McGugan has emerged as one of the most coveted players outside the Premier League after a string of spectacular goals for Forest.
And Houllier is preparing to test Forest's resolve to keep the 22-year-old when the transfer window opens in January.
