Source: Daily_Mail
Aston Villa lead £15m chase for Lille striker Gervinho
Aston Villa are stepping up their interest in Ivory Coast striker Gervinho.[LNB] The 24-year-old Lille star has been tracked for the past six months by Villa manager Gerard Houllier and the French club claimed they received an enquiry last month.[LNB] Interest: Lille striker Gervinho (right)[LNB] Liverpool, Newcastle and Tottenham are also interested, which has led to Lille giving Gervinho a ?15million price tag.[LNB] Despite having a record of one goal every two games, that outlay would still be a risk.[LNB] Meanwhile, Arsenal target Eden Hazard, 20, has extended his Lille contract until 2015.[LNB] The Firing Line: Rob's job is under scrutiny... Latics' lack of goals could cost Martinez I never said that! Ireland denies slamming Aston Villa and Birmingham [LNB] [LNB] Explore more:People: Gerard Houllier Places: Newcastle, Liverpool
