Lazio midfielder Mateo Guendouzi has had his head turned by Aston Villa.
Il Corriere dello Sport says Guendouzi is ready to make a transfer request.
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The France midfielder is eager to join Villa, where he would be reunited with his former Arsenal manager Unai Emery.
Villa are planning a €25-30m offer for Lazio's consideration.
Guendouzi has a deal with Lazio to 2028, having arrived last year from Olympique Marseille.