Barcelona defender Clement Lenglet is set to complete a permanent summer move to the Premier League Aston Villa.
The Catalans opted against forcing a sale in the January transfer window due to their frustration at his lack of game time at Villa.
In any case, the French international has since gone his own way Unai Emery starting plans, as the club chases a potential Champions League qualification spot.
With Lenglet now playing regularly, Barcelona are confident that Villa will ask to keep him at the club, as part of a complete transfer.
The current loan deal does not include a purchase option, but Barcelona want to sell the 28-year-old to raise funds.
According to reports from The sports worldthe two sides are ready to start discussions about an agreement, but Villa could also suggest a loan renewal.
Lenglet's current contract at Barcelona runs until 2026, and it could be a compromise to lower his valuation to around €6 million, to seal an exit.
