Aston Villa is considering a move for Derby County’s emerging talent Darren Robinson. With Southampton also showing interest in the midfielder, according to Football Insider.

The report reveals that both clubs are contemplating a potential transfer in the upcoming January window. Robinson, a Northern Ireland Under-21 international, has a contract with Pride Park that expires in the summer of 2024.

Wayne Rooney, the former manager of Derby County, is known to be a strong supporter of the young midfielder, believing he has a promising future.

The 18-year-old has made 10 appearances for the Northern Ireland youth teams so far, including once at Under-21 level back in September, highlighting the maturity he has at his tender age.

Born in Portadown, Northern Ireland, Robinson has made four senior appearances for Derby County but is yet to register his first senior goal or assist for the club.

Nevertheless, Unai Emery is interested in the promising midfielder as the Claret and Blues continue to stockpile talented midfield players from within the British Isles having already got the likes of Jacob Ramsey and Tim Iroegbunam in their squad.

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Aston Villa have been linked with a move for the Derby County midfielder Darren Robinson.

A report from Football Insider claims that the Premier League club are keeping tabs on the 18-year-old midfielder who could be available for a bargain during the January transfer window.

The midfielder is in the final year of his contract with Derby County and his contract will expire in the summer of 2024. It remains to be seen whether Derby are prepared to sell him for a reasonable price in January.

Aston Villa could certainly use more depth in the midfield and the 18-year-old would be a solid long-term acquisition for them.

Robinson is highly rated in English football and he has a bright future ahead of him. He could prove to be an important investment for the Premier League club in the long run. He could save them millions in the transfer market if he manages to fulfil his potential with them.

Apparently, Southampton are keeping tabs on the midfielder as well and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.

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The Northern Ireland under-21 international needs to join a club where he will get ample game time and Aston Villa must look to provide him with game-time assurances before the transfer can go through.

Derby County will not want to lose the 18-year-old anytime soon but they are powerless to stop him from leaving because of his contract situation.

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