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Aston Villa to go head-to-head with Southampton for Mathieu Flamini's signature
ASTON VILLA are set to rival Southampton for Mathieu Flamini's signature in the summer.
Flamini is a free agent as of the summer and may be tempted to move as he has become a fringe player at AC Milan this season.
Moreover, his problems with injuries has restricted his playing time.
But that hasn't stopped Premier League clubs from registering an interest in the Frenchman.
Reports in Italy have surfaced, indicating that Aston Villa and Southampton are both set to go toe-to-toe with each other for his signature.
However, any potential deal is pending on whether both teams are able to avoid relegation.
Flamini is no stranger to the Premier League, having racked up 153 appearances for the Gunners during a four-year spell with the club.
He has managed just 13 Serie A appearances this season, and has scored one goal.