Aston Villa have been linked with a move for Lens defensive midfielder Cheick Doucoure. According to Goal.com, the Premier League club have already made contact with his representatives, but they are yet to table an official bid. The Villa are reportedly looking at Lens’ Cheick Doucoure. Contact with player’s representatives, but no official bid – yet. #RCL #AVFC #UTV https://t.co/IJXTMmgqt8 — Jonathan Johnson (@Jon_LeGossip) August 9, 2021 Lens are holding out for around €15 million (£12.7m), and Villa can comfortably afford to meet the asking price. Doucoure is highly rated in France and has the potential to compete with Douglas Luiz for a starting berth if he signs for Villa. The Midlands club are competing with Atalanta for Doucoure, who made 33 Ligue 1 appearance...