Aston Villa have reportedly opened talks with Manchester City winger Scott Sinclair over a permanent move.

The Villans are understood to be leading the chase for the 25-year-old, who is also being tracked by Inter Milan, Queens Park Rangers and Crystal Palace.

Sinclair has made just 19 appearances for City since he arrived at the club from Swansea City in 2012.

Villa are now in discussions with the former England Under-21 international over a £2.5m switch, according to Sky Sports News.

Sinclair spent last season on loan at West Bromwich Albion, where he played 11 times in all competitions.