Villa, Sunderland alerted as Lazio set Guendouzi price

Cash-strapped Lazio are open to offers for the France international, who's game has declined this season.

Il Messaggero says Villa have been alerted to the situation and spy a bargain deal for the midfielder.

Villa boss Unai Emery worked with Guendouzi at Arsenal and remains a big fan of the France international.

Emery is convinced Guendouzi's best years are ahead of him and would be happy to that happen at Villa Park.

Lazio will seek to sell for €25-30m, with Sunderland also watching developments closely.